Freed Rochdale grooming gang leader was judged ‘high risk’ to children in 2023
Summary
Shabir Ahmed, leader of the Rochdale grooming gang, was released from prison after serving two-thirds of his 22-year sentence despite being judged as a high risk to children in recent years. Victims say they were not properly informed about his release and remain worried about their safety.Key Facts
- Shabir Ahmed was convicted in 2012 for rapes and sexual abuse involving about 50 girls from around 2008.
- In 2023, experts said Ahmed posed a “very high risk of serious harm” to children and was likely to re-offend.
- Ahmed failed three parole attempts because he denied his crimes and did not participate in rehabilitation programs.
- He was freed automatically after serving two-thirds of his sentence, without a final Parole Board decision.
- Victims were reportedly not contacted by law enforcement or support services before Ahmed’s release.
- Ahmed’s British citizenship was removed, but he cannot be deported because he has lived in the UK since before 1971.
- A political leader has said they will seek ways to close the legal gap that prevents deportation.
- Ahmed is banned from some Greater Manchester areas, but victims worry about his associates and overall safety.
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