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Afghan Asylum Seeker Sentenced for Abducting, Raping Girl

3/27/2026

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Ahmad Mulakhil, an Afghan asylum seeker, was sentenced to 15 years for abducting and raping a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton, Warwickshire.
The attack last summer sparked protests and police-cover-up allegations over his immigration status.
Mulakhil was found guilty of charges, rape and child abduction after a trial at Warwick Crown Court.
Following his conviction, the Home Office issued deportation papers as part of reforms to prevent exploitation by foreign criminals.

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Story summary

Ahmad Mulakhil, an Afghan asylum seeker, was sentenced to 15 years for abducting and raping a 12-year-old girl in Nuneaton, Warwickshire.
The attack last summer sparked protests and police-cover-up allegations over his immigration status.
Mulakhil was found guilty of charges, rape and child abduction after a trial at Warwick Crown Court.
Following his conviction, the Home Office issued deportation papers as part of reforms to prevent exploitation by foreign criminals.