Watford man charged with sexually abusing children

He appeared at St Albans Magistrates Court last week.

Author: Henry WinterPublished 27th Jun 2022

A man has been charged with sexual abuse offences against children.

Mohammed Shamim Sahinur, aged 28, of Bucknalls Close, Watford has been charged with:

-Rape of a girl under 13.

-Engaging in sexual communication with a child.

-Five counts of causing/inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.

-Causing a child to watch/look at an image of sexual activity.

-Assaulting a girl under 13 by touching.

He appeared at St Albans Magistrates Court on Friday (24/6) and was remanded into custody. He is scheduled to next appear at St Albans Crown Court for a Plea and Trial Preparation Hearing on Monday 25 July.

Hertfordshire Police said: "Anyone who has been a victim of child abuse, or thinks a child is being abused, should contact police immediately and a report can be made in confidence."

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