Saman Obaid

Saman Obaid

29, Male 2017-10-01

Newcastle, Tyne and Wear

Offender ID: 35b5e712-303a-4c12-a095-1d9b6ad29b91

Offence Summary

Saman Obaid was convicted of supplying drugs to support a gang's sexual exploitation of vulnerable girls as young as 13, though cleared of direct sexual activity charges.

Full Description

At Newcastle Crown Court, Saman Obaid was one of four men convicted in connection with a gang that sexually exploited vulnerable girls aged 13 and older. Northumbria Police's Operation Wren investigated the crimes, which occurred over multiple years from 2006, exposing the defendants' control over the victims.

Saman Obaid, 29, from Newcastle, was found guilty of supplying drugs. He was cleared of having sexual activity with a child, paying for the sexual services of a child, and conspiracy to arrange or facilitate the prostitution of a child. The prosecution portrayed the girls as being under the influence and control of these older defendants. Northumbria Police Detective Superintendent Steve Barron stated: 'We want to ensure there is a repugnant stigma associated with sexual exploitation in all communities and, in particular, against individuals who think this treatment of women and girls is in any way acceptable.'

This verdict comes shortly after the conviction of 17 men and one woman for similar exploitation using alcohol and drugs to coerce girls into sex. Obaid is set to be sentenced in October 2017 with the others.

Location

City: Newcastle

County: Tyne and Wear

Case Details

Police Force: Northumbria Police

Name heritage (predicted origin)

Country: Iraq

Confidence: 80%

Special Thanks

A huge thank you to Northumbria Police for their tireless dedication in bringing this offender to justice. Your commitment and hard work truly help keep our communities safe, and we are deeply grateful.

Source: bbc.co.uk

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