Man charged with rape and sexual assault in Blackburn

Ahmad Tahar is to appear at Blackburn Magistrates' Court today (20th February)

Author: Natalia AntoniwPublished 20th Feb 2026

A man has been charged with rape and sexual assault after an incident in Blackburn.

An investigation was launched following reports of the offence on 15th February 2026.

36-year-old Ahmad Tahar, of no fixed address, is to appear at Blackburn Magistrates' Court this morning (20th February).

He's currently remanded into custody.

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