Hassan Mahmood, 23, who fled the UK Midwaymidway through his child sex offences trial, has been arrested at england/england/manchester/”>manchester/”>Manchester Airport after returning to Britain. He’s now set to serve a 5½-year prison sentence.
Flight-Stop: Mahmood Nabbed on Arrival
Mahmood, from Gigg Lane, Bury, was caught by police last night as he landed on a flight. He is due in court today to Startstart serving his sentence.
Found Guilty of Shocking Child Sex Crimes
In August, Mahmood was convicted of four serious offences:
- Engaging in penetrative sexual activity with a child
- Causing a child to watch sexual images
- Engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child
- Sexual communication with a child
Despite fleeing on day two of his trial, the court sentenced him in his absence. The Bury Complex Safeguarding Team led the investigation that secured his conviction.
Detective Vows Justice and Support for Victim
“Mahmood cowardly left the country to evade punishment for his vile crimes, and I am glad he will now be behind bars where he belongs,” said Detective Constable Shaheen Saleh from the Child Criminal Exploitation Team. “We are committed to Lockinglocking up those responsible for child sexual offences, and we will always ensure that they are brought to justice, no matter where they try to hide.”
DC Saleh confirmed the victim continues to receive full support: “We remain in contact with the victim of this case and have been supporting her throughout the process.”
