A Newcastle grooming gang has been sentenced to jail for raping a 13-year-old girl, using threats of violence and kidnapping. The gang, led by Syrian brothers Omar and Mohamed Badreddin, along with Huzaefa Aleboud and Hamoud Al Soaimi, subjected the victim to a harrowing ordeal between August 2018 and April 2019.
The court heard that the young girl was manipulated and abused near Newcastle Castle and behind a local restaurant after being lured with alcohol and cigarettes. Mohamed Badreddin, described as aggressive, coerced her into sexual acts, while Omar Badreddin threatened her with harm if she resisted.
The victim, now 19, described her childhood turning into a nightmare, leading her to drop out of school and resort to self-harm and substance abuse. The impact of the assaults left her petrified and traumatized, with her family also deeply affected by the ordeal.
During the trial, it was revealed that Aleboud and Al Soaimi, both refugees, played active roles in the abuse, with Al Soaimi also assaulting a 12-year-old girl. The court painted a grim picture of how the gang preyed on vulnerable young girls, treating them as objects for their gratification.
In their defense, the lawyers for the accused highlighted their troubled pasts, with Mohamed Badreddin’s upbringing in a war-torn Syria and Omar Badreddin’s experiences fueling feelings of shame and guilt. Aleboud’s defense emphasized his physical frailty due to childhood illness, distancing him from a leadership role in the group.
Judge Amanda Rippon condemned the gang’s actions, particularly the Badreddin brothers, for treating the victim callously and disregarding her pleas for kindness. She noted the group’s exploitation of the girl, emphasizing that they saw local girls as mere objects for their amusement.
The sentences handed down reflected the severity of the crimes, with Omar Badreddin receiving 18 years for multiple rapes, Mohamed Badreddin 13 years for rape and assault, Aleboud 5.5 years for various charges, and Al Soaimi receiving a suspended sentence with community service.
The court also imposed restraining orders on the defendants, prohibiting contact with the victims and other girls. The Badreddin brothers faced additional jail time for violent disorder during a clash in 2020, further underscoring their propensity for aggression and lawlessness.
The case sheds light on the vulnerability of young girls to exploitation and abuse, calling for greater vigilance and protection measures in communities. The repercussions of such heinous acts extend beyond the victims, impacting families and society at large.
As the perpetrators face justice, the scars left on the victim serve as a stark reminder of the lasting trauma caused by such crimes. The need for awareness, education, and support systems to prevent and address such atrocities remains paramount in safeguarding the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
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