An Afghan migrant grabbed a teenager off the street a week after sexually assaulting another woman who was in her late 20s. The Daily Mail reports
Najeebullah Arab, 39, pleaded guilty to kidnap, rape and two counts of sexual assault at Oxford Crown Court yesterday.
Arab approached a woman in her late 20s on Cane Lane, Grove, before following her to Main Street and sexually assaulting her on January 21 of this year.
Just six days later, a teenager was also approached by the 39-year-old, who was riding a bike on Grove Road.
After a brief conversation, he sexually assaulted the teen before taking her towards to an area behind Mably Way and raping her.
Arab was taken into custody on January 30 before being charged for his crimes two days later on February 1.
He did not self-define his ethnicity when he came into police custody.
Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Stuart May said: ‘Firstly, I want to acknowledge the victims in this case for the incredible courage they’ve shown in coming forward.
‘Thames Valley Police take reports of sexual offences extremely seriously, especially those involving violence against women and girls.
‘Our officers are committed to carrying out thorough investigations, supporting victims every step of the way, and working closely with our partners to help prevent further harm.
‘The guilty plea in this case is a clear reflection of the strength and thoroughness of the evidence gathered by our officers in relation to these offences. Faced with the weight of that evidence, he had no option but to admit what he had done.
‘We remain absolutely committed to protecting the public and ensuring offenders like Arab are brought to justice.’
Najeebullah Arab is set to be sentenced at a later date.
