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Eritrean Migrant Convicted of Rape and Assault in Cardiff

By Drooid · Sep 12, 2026, 10:18 PM UTC · How we work

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Radiet Meles, an Eritrean migrant, was convicted of rape and assault by beating.
The five-day trial took place at Cardiff Crown Court in March 2026.
He previously served a five-year sentence for attempted rape after a 2019 conviction, yet was not deported.
He is scheduled for sentencing on November 20, with the judge warning of a lengthy custodial term and possible deportation.

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Story summary

Radiet Meles, an Eritrean migrant, was convicted of rape and assault by beating.
The five-day trial took place at Cardiff Crown Court in March 2026.
He previously served a five-year sentence for attempted rape after a 2019 conviction, yet was not deported.
He is scheduled for sentencing on November 20, with the judge warning of a lengthy custodial term and possible deportation.