Man charged with rape in Wolverhampton

Fawad Hakimi is due in court today.

Author: Molly HookingsPublished 30th Aug 2023

A 22-year-old man has been charged with 13 offences, including rape and sexual assault.

Fawad Hakimi of no fixed abode will appear before Wolverhampton Magistrates Court today (30 August).

Hakimi was arrested on 26 August following an appeal for information.

He will stand accused of offences between March to August, which includes rape, sexual assault, burglary offences, theft, and attempting to escape lawful custody.

In a statement on their website, West Midlands Police said: "We would like to thank the public for their support, especially in the Park Village area of Wolverhampton.

"If anyone has any concerns or if they have any information that could help our ongoing investigations then please call us on 101."

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