A disturbing assault and indecent exposure shocked staff at a Southampton asylum seekers’ hotel. Sukirthan Thangrasha, 38, from Sri Lanka, exposed himself after attacking two employees, a court heard.
Assault and Exposure Shocks Highfield House Hotel
The terrifying incident unfolded on 15 August 2025 at Highfield House Hotel in Southampton. Thangrasha now faces trial at Portsmouth Crown Court, charged with one count of exposure. He’s already pleaded guilty to assaulting two staff members during the ordeal.
Court Drama and CCTV Evidence
- Thangrasha used a Tamil interpreter throughout the trial.
- CCTV footage captured the entire shocking event.
- Prosecutor Jack Furness revealed Thangrasha admitted to exposing himself, but claimed he never meant to alarm or distress anyone.
The jury is currently weighing up the evidence as the trial continues.
