Nadeen Shahzad

A 45-year-old man from Roath, Cardiff, has been imprisoned for 30 years after being found guilty of 17 sexual offences against a child. Nadeen Shahzad, aged 45, faced charges related to multiple rapes of a child, as investigated by South Wales Police. The case came to light through a thorough police investigation that uncovered the horrific abuse inflicted on a vulnerable victim.

The trial took place at Cardiff Crown Court over a week in June 2025. Shahzad pleaded not guilty to all 17 counts but was unanimously convicted by the jury. Sentencing occurred on 31 October 2025, where the judge imposed a 30-year custodial sentence, reflecting the severity and number of the offences committed.

Detective Sergeant Gravell, leading the investigation for South Wales Police, described the crimes as 'horrific offences against the most vulnerable of victims.' The officer commended the victim's bravery in coming forward and supporting the case, stating, 'I hope that the outcome at court brings them some comfort that the offender has been brought to justice and that their bravery has helped protect the wider public from harm.' This conviction underscores the police force's commitment to pursuing justice in child sexual abuse cases.

The offences involved repeated acts of rape against a child, highlighting the predatory nature of Shahzad's actions. South Wales Police's investigation was pivotal in gathering evidence that led to the successful prosecution. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of reporting such crimes to ensure perpetrators are held accountable.