Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday, 4th November 2024, at 15:40hrs
He lured his victim into an alleyway before sexually assaulting her.
A man who sexually assaulted a woman in a Lancaster alleyway has been jailed following an hearing at Preston Crown Court.
In a statement released after sentencing, Lancashire Police said:
“Earlier this year, we asked for your help identifying a man in connection with a sexual assault in Lancaster, and we now have an update for you.
On 25th October, Akram Nesseri was jailed.
In the early hours of 13th June, at 1:55am, Nesseri (pictured below) met his victim for the first time on Middle Street in Lancaster.
A few moments later, he lured her into an alleyway off Middle Street, where he sexually assaulted her.
An investigation commenced, and Nesseri was identified. He was arrested on suspicion of and later charged with sexual assault.
He pleaded guilty and last week was sentenced to 14 months in prison. He also received a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) at Preston Crown Court.
DC Lesley Barton, of Lancaster CID said:
“Nesseri’s victim was simply walking home. She should have been able to do that without being sexually assaulted. Despite the long-lasting effect this crime will have undoubtedly had on her, she has shown an incredible strength and bravery throughout proceedings that I can only praise her for.
“Nesseri chose to sexually assault the victim that night, his actions were despicable, and the custodial sentence he received last week reflects that.
“I can only hope that seeing examples of offenders like Nesseri being sentenced for their crimes may encourage those who have been a victim of any sexual offence to come forward. Please know that we will listen to you and do all we can to bring the person responsible to justice.”
If you would like to make a report, you can do so by calling us on 101. In an emergency, call 999.
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