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Trial Begins for Asylum Seekers in Brighton Rape Case

3/17/2026

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Three asylum seekers are on trial for the alleged gang rape of a 33-year-old woman on Brighton beach on October 4, 2025.
Egyptian nationals Karin Al-Danasurt, 20, and Ibrahim Alshafe, 25, along with Iranian Abdulla Amih Ahmadi, 26, face charges of rape and sharing videos of the incident.
The trial began at Hove Crown Court, where jurors were instructed to remain impartial regarding the complainant's lifestyle and alcohol consumption.
The trial is expected to last four weeks and will include pixelated footage of the alleged attack, with all defendants denying the charges.

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Story summary

Three asylum seekers are on trial for the alleged gang rape of a 33-year-old woman on Brighton beach on October 4, 2025.
Egyptian nationals Karin Al-Danasurt, 20, and Ibrahim Alshafe, 25, along with Iranian Abdulla Amih Ahmadi, 26, face charges of rape and sharing videos of the incident.
The trial began at Hove Crown Court, where jurors were instructed to remain impartial regarding the complainant's lifestyle and alcohol consumption.
The trial is expected to last four weeks and will include pixelated footage of the alleged attack, with all defendants denying the charges.