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Judge Labels Najjar a 'Sexual Predator' After Assault Admission

2/2/2026

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Najjar, arrested on July 10 for rape and sexual assault in York, remains in custody.
Najjar initially claimed consent.
Najjar later acknowledged the victim did not consent.
Detective Superintendent Fionna McEwan labeled Najjar a "sexual predator."
Judge Sean Morris stated that no reasonable person could believe the victim was capable of consenting.

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Story summary

Najjar, arrested on July 10 for rape and sexual assault in York, remains in custody.
Najjar initially claimed consent.
Najjar later acknowledged the victim did not consent.
Detective Superintendent Fionna McEwan labeled Najjar a "sexual predator."
Judge Sean Morris stated that no reasonable person could believe the victim was capable of consenting.