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Care home worker jailed for abusing teen girl
5 Oct
Summary
- A man was sentenced to 16 months in prison for sexual activity with a minor.
- The victim stated the perpetrator was meant to help her learn but instead abused her.
- The abuse has had a lasting impact, leaving the victim feeling betrayed and struggling.
Aasim Qureshi, a 37-year-old teaching assistant from Bradford, received a 16-month prison sentence after admitting to three counts of sexual activity with a child aged 15 or 16. The offences occurred in 2021 while Qureshi was employed at a care home in the Bradford area, supporting the young victim.
In a statement read in court, the victim described feeling betrayed, stating Qureshi abused his position of trust. She expressed that the abuse has had a lasting impact, leading to ongoing struggles and feelings of despair due to court proceeding delays. Qureshi is also barred from working with children or vulnerable adults for ten years.
Detective Inspector Majahid Ashruff highlighted the serious breach of trust involved, commending the victim's bravery in coming forward. The case underscores the vulnerability of young people in care settings and the critical importance of protecting them from exploitation.
