Man jailed for raping vulnerable teenager in Stockport tent
Mohsen Farjam plied his victim with vodka
A man has been jailed for nine-and-a-half-years for raping and sexually assaulting a vulnerable teenage girl in Stockport.
Mohsen Farjam, 43, and of no fixed abode, was sentenced at Manchester Crown Court on 5th March for five offences: two counts of rape, two counts of sexual assault, and one of sexual assault by penetration.
The offences took place in July 2018. According to authorities, significant effort and investigation were required to bring the case to court, with detectives reviewing extensive material and working closely with the victim, who was 15-years-old and has a neurodevelopmental condition.
The victim was alone in Stockport when Farjam approached her, offering what appeared to be support and sympathy. He convinced her to get some food with him and charge her devices nearby, under the guise of offering help.
Farjam later took the teenager to a tent where he lived, at which point he gave her vodka and began to touch her inappropriately before raping her.
The teenager bravely escaped the tent after the attack and informed a relative, who contacted police. Authorities arrested Farjam within hours.
Farjam denied the allegations and showed no remorse, claiming he had taken the girl back to the tent only for a massage and to seek help for homeless people.
Officers reviewed tens of thousands of pages of relevant material during their investigation, which culminated in Farjam's sentencing on 5th March. He has also been placed on the sex offender's register for life.
Detective Sergeant Rob Griffiths from GMP’s Stockport Complex safeguarding team praised the victim’s bravery throughout the legal process.
Griffiths said: “I firstly want to commend the victim in this case, who endured this horrific crime aged just 15-years-old. They have been incredibly brave throughout the court process and are getting continual support by professionals – I hope that they can continue to heal following this awful ordeal.
“Farjam exploited vulnerabilities for his own sickening gratification, and it is utterly grim that he tried to disguise his intentions by pretending to want to help a child in need. Instead, he got her drunk and exploited her as part of his vile actions.
“I am glad that he is now finally behind bars for his crimes."
Farjam exploited vulnerabilities for his own sickening gratification and tried to disguise his intentions by pretending to want to help a child in need.”
Help is available:
If you or someone you know has been raped or sexually assaulted, we encourage you not to suffer in silence and report it to the police, or a support agency so you can get the help and support available.
- Saint Mary's Sexual Assault Referral Centre, Manchester provides a comprehensive and co-ordinated response to men, women and children who live or have been sexually assaulted within Greater Manchester. They offer forensic medical examinations, practical and emotional support as well as a counselling service for all ages. Services are available on a 24-hour basis and can be accessed by calling 0161 276 6515.
- Greater Manchester Rape Crisis is a confidential information, support and counselling service run by women for women over 18 who have been raped or sexually abused at any time in their lives. Call on 0161 273 4500 or email [email protected]
- Survivors Manchester provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape or sexual exploitation. Call 0161 236 2182.