WOOD GREEN PUB LANDLORD JAILED FOR TEN YEARS FOR RAPE
The article reports that Tarek Namouz, aged 35, was sentenced to ten years in prison for a rape that occurred in September 2014.He was the landlord of The Prince pub in Trinity Road, Wood Green, and during the incident, he locked his victim inside the pub near closing time.
The victim, an 18-year-old woman, was in the toilet when the attack happened.
When she returned, Namouz attempted to sexually assault her.
She fought back, but he struck her to the ground and raped her.
The woman managed to escape and called a taxi, which took her to the hospital, where she reported the assault.
Namouz was arrested the same night, interviewed, and subsequently charged with rape and actual bodily harm on September 6, 2014.
He was remanded in custody until his trial, which began on January 27.
He was found guilty on both charges.
Detective Constable Julie Russell commented on the case, highlighting the victim’s bravery and emphasizing that her courage led to Namouz’s imprisonment.
Russell expressed hope that the verdict provides closure for the victim and her family, and reassures victims of sexual violence that police officers will listen, believe, and pursue justice.
