MAJID HUSSAIN GROPING SCANDAL IN BARBOURNE: WORCESTER TAXI DRIVER'S SHAMEFUL CRIME

In September 2003, a disturbing incident involving Majid Hussain, a taxi driver from Barbourne, Worcester, came to light, revealing a serious breach of trust and a grave criminal act. Hussain, who was employed as a taxi driver, was found guilty of indecently assaulting two young girls in the back of his vehicle, an act that has shocked the local community and led to significant legal consequences.

The incident unfolded over a series of interactions that began with a seemingly innocent gesture. Hussain had initially gained the trust of the girls, aged 12 and 16, after a meeting outside a residence in Worcester where their mother had booked his taxi service. During this initial encounter, the girls engaged in conversation with Hussain as their mother prepared for her own journey. Hussain then expressed a desire to meet the girls again, this time as friends, which they agreed to.

The following evening, Hussain picked up the girls from their home and drove them to a Tesco store, subsequently taking them back to their residence. The next day, Saturday, June 7, the girls met up again, this time at a local shop. They decided to go to McDonald's in Blackpole before Hussain drove them towards Stratford. It was during this journey that the criminal act took place. According to the prosecution, Stephen Davies, Hussain stopped his vehicle beside a meadow and sat in the back seat between the two girls.

It was at this secluded spot that Hussain engaged in inappropriate physical contact, fondling the girls' breasts and bottoms. The court heard that he also attempted to undo the jacket of the 12-year-old girl. When the girls refused his request for a cuddle, Hussain left them near a sports centre, ending the assault. The prosecuting lawyer detailed that Hussain's actions were deliberate and predatory, causing significant distress to the victims.

Hussain, residing at Birchfield Close, Barbourne, Worcester, initially denied the allegations, claiming that the girls had initiated the meetings. However, after reviewing video evidence of their statements, he changed his plea to admit to indecent assault on one girl under 14 and another over 16. His defense team, led by Andrew Childs, expressed remorse, highlighting Hussain's distress over his apparent lack of judgment. They argued that the loss of his driving license would be a severe consequence, potentially a lifetime ban, which would significantly impact his life.

The court sentenced Hussain to a three-year community rehabilitation order, ordered him to pay costs amounting to £55, and mandated that he register as a sex offender for five years. The case has left a lasting impact on the community of Worcester, raising concerns about safety and the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable individuals from exploitation and abuse.