Tayeb Battaher

Tayeb Battaher

Male Custodial - 5y 6m

Offender ID: abd4472e-8a41-4f20-87db-12faab034872

Offence Summary

Two men plied a missing teenage girl with drink and drugs before having sex with her; Tayeb Battaher was jailed for five-and-a-half years.

Full Description

Bilal Azzi and Tayeb Battaher, also known as Amine Berhe, approached a missing teenage girl pretending concern, but plied her with drink and drugs before sexually abusing her. She was found by police after two women on a hen do recognised her from a missing persons appeal in a takeaway.

The trial at Liverpool Crown Court revealed the coordinated sinister plan. Battaher was convicted of engaging in sexual activity with a child and sentenced alongside Azzi, putting his head in his hands during the hearing.

Engaging in sexual activity with a child.
Sentence: 5 years 6 months imprisonment.

Prosecutors detailed the manipulation, with the judge emphasising the victims' terror. Battaher's reaction in court was noted by observers. This incident underscores community vigilance in protecting at-risk youth.

Case Details

Police Force: Merseyside Police

Sentence Length: 5 years 6 months (Custodial)

Expected Release: September 2027
Guideline: two-thirds served for sentences ≥4 years; half otherwise (England & Wales). Estimates only.

Full Sentence End: July 2029
If served in full. Estimates only.

Name heritage (predicted origin)

Country: Algeria

Confidence: 80%

Special Thanks

A huge thank you to Merseyside 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: liverpoolecho.co.uk

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