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Labour Councillor on Trial for Police Obstruction in Rape Case

2/4/2026

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Naheed Ejaz, a Labour councillor, is on trial at Winchester Crown Court for allegedly obstructing police during the arrest of her son, Diwan Khan, who is accused of raping a 15-year-old girl.
The court heard that Ejaz delayed police entry and spoke to Khan in Urdu to help him hide a phone with evidence.
Khan has admitted to perverting the course of justice but denies the rape charge.
The alleged victim reportedly blacked out after drinking and using drugs, waking up naked.
The defense argues that the victim's troubled background may impact her credibility.

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Naheed Ejaz, a Labour councillor, is on trial at Winchester Crown Court for allegedly obstructing police during the arrest of her son, Diwan Khan, who is accused of raping a 15-year-old girl.
The court heard that Ejaz delayed police entry and spoke to Khan in Urdu to help him hide a phone with evidence.
Khan has admitted to perverting the course of justice but denies the rape charge.
The alleged victim reportedly blacked out after drinking and using drugs, waking up naked.
The defense argues that the victim's troubled background may impact her credibility.