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Man Charged with Rape After Racially Aggravated Attack

10/28/2025

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John Ashby, 32, has been charged with rape following an alleged racially aggravated attack on a woman in her 20s in Walsall, West Midlands, on Saturday night.
He was arrested on Monday morning.
West Midlands Police have engaged local leaders to discuss women's safety.
Det Supt Ronan Tyrer said the victim is receiving support from specially trained officers.
The case is set to be heard at Birmingham magistrates court.

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Story summary

John Ashby, 32, has been charged with rape following an alleged racially aggravated attack on a woman in her 20s in Walsall, West Midlands, on Saturday night.
He was arrested on Monday morning.
West Midlands Police have engaged local leaders to discuss women's safety.
Det Supt Ronan Tyrer said the victim is receiving support from specially trained officers.
The case is set to be heard at Birmingham magistrates court.