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A former imam in east London has been sentenced to life in prison. He must serve at least 20 years. The court found him guilty of serious sexual crimes against women and girls. Abdul Halim Khan, aged 54, used his religious position to gain trust. He then abused that trust to target victims from his local community. Abuse of Religious Authority The court heard that Khan used his role as an imam to control and manipulate victims. He targeted women and girls from the Bangladeshi Muslim community between 2005 and 2014. He chose isolated places to carry out the attacks. These included private flats and hidden locations. The victims said they felt trapped and afraid to speak out due to his influence. Conviction and Charges In February, a jury found Khan guilty of multiple offences. These included rape, sexual assault, and child sexual offences. In total, he was convicted on 21 counts. The judge stated that Khan abused his position of trust. The court also highlighted how he used religious influence to silence victims. Judge’s Remarks on the Case At Snaresbrook Crown Court, the judge described Khan as manipulative and dangerous. The court said he misused religion for personal gain. The judge said Khan believed his position made him untouchable. He also believed victims would not be believed if they reported the abuse. Impact on Victims Victims gave powerful statements in court. They described long lasting emotional trauma and fear. One victim said she was abused as a child. She said the experience deeply affected her mental health. Another victim described Khan as someone who caused extreme harm and fear through lies and manipulation. Some victims said the abuse pushed them toward self harm and severe emotional distress.
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Former Imam Sentenced to Life for Sexual Assaults in East London Case

A former imam in east London has been sentenced to life in…

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