A 26-year-old man has been sentenced at Newry Crown Court for sexual assault.
Ziad Khawla was today, Tuesday, December 9, sentenced to two years’ imprisonment – half to be served in custody and half on licence – and a Sexual Offences Prevention Order (SOPO) has been granted, with notification requirements for 10 years.
Detective Inspector Nichols said: “Our thoughts today are with the victim, and we hope that the bravery shown in coming forward will encourage others who have experienced any form of sexual abuse to come forward to Police.
“Officers in the Police Service of Northern Ireland remain committed to investigating all reports of sexual offences. We will seek to place offenders before the courts so they can be made amenable for their crimes.
“I would like to take this opportunity to assure any victims of sexual abuse that they will be treated with sensitivity and respect, and I would continue to encourage anyone who has experienced any form of sexual abuse to contact police on 101, or 999 in an emergency.”
