Amin Abedi Mofrad, 35, of Mill Lane, Reading, was found guilty today (7/10) by a unanimous jury judgement at Oxford Crown Court of one crime of rape and one count of sexual assault by penetration, following a comprehensive police investigation.
The event occurred at the Westgate Shopping Centre in Oxford on 14 February 2024.
The incident was reported to us on April 7, 2025. Due to the elapsed time, CCTV footage remained inaccessible. Fortunately, through Project Vigilant—a Thames Valley Police effort aimed at addressing predatory behaviour in Oxford city centre—officers apprehended Amin Abedi Mofrad.
Evidence connecting him to the previously reported offences was discovered on Amin Abedi’s cell phone.
Investigating officer, Detective Constable Bethany Liversidge, of Oxford CID, said: “Today’s conviction sends a clear message that Thames Valley Police is committed to bringing anybody who harms women and girls to justice.
“I want to pay tribute to the incredible bravery shown by the teenage victim in this case. She has endured immense stress and trauma, yet found the courage to come forward and hold Amin Abedi Mofrad to account.
“Thanks to her strength and the dedication of our officers, he has now been convicted of this appalling offence.
“Project Vigilant is a valuable initiative which helps us to stop crimes from happening, but when they sadly do, it allows us to build intelligence around predatory activity.
“We will not hesitate to take action against those who pose a threat to innocent people.”
Amin Abedi Mofrad is due to be sentenced at the same court on 13 November.
Once again, Thames Valley Police bravely DID NOT release his image.
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