HARDI MOHAMED SENTENCED IN LEICESTER FOR CHILD SEX OFFENSES INVOLVING 13-YEAR-OLD GIRL
In a case that has shocked the Leicester community, Hardi Mohamed, a 23-year-old man from Erith Road, off Aylestone Road, was sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of engaging in sexual activity with a 13-year-old girl.The incident took place in December 2006, and the case was brought before Leicester Crown Court, where Mohamed faced justice for his actions.
According to court proceedings, the victim, a young girl aged 13, had gone to a house located in the city centre of Leicester along with her sister.
During their visit, she was given alcohol and cannabis by individuals present at the house, which impaired her judgment and consciousness.
It was during this time that Mohamed, who was also present at the residence, took advantage of her intoxicated state.
The court heard that Mohamed lured the girl into a bedroom, where he pushed her onto a bed and removed her clothing.
Subsequently, he engaged in sexual activity with her.
The girl did not report the incident to the authorities until more than a year later, after her mother discovered what had happened in April 2008.
This delay in reporting was a significant aspect of the case, but it did not prevent Mohamed from being convicted.
Mohamed was found guilty by a jury, which reached a majority verdict of 10-2.
He was convicted of sexual activity with a child but was cleared of the charge of rape.
During the trial, Mohamed denied any wrongdoing, claiming that the girl had made advances towards him.
He also argued that she appeared to be 18 or 19 years old and did not seem intoxicated at the time.
As part of his sentence, Mohamed will be required to register as a sex offender for life, a measure that underscores the severity of his crimes and the ongoing risk he poses to the community.
The case has highlighted concerns about the exploitation of minors and the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable young people in Leicester and beyond.
