Asim Hussain attacked his victim in her own flat
A vile rapist told his victim ‘it’ll be over in a few minutes’ as she begged him to stop attacking her.
Asim Hussain launched his horrendous attack on the victim after going into her flat in Blackburn on February 2, 2020, Lancashire Police said. The 36-year-old forced himself upon her and raped her.
Preston Crown Court was told how when she pleaded with him to stop, he said: “It’ll be over in a few minutes. I really like you. It’s OK.”
The next day, he then sent her a message apologising for his vile attack. Hussain was arrested and denied any wrongdoing.
He was later charged and convicted of rape. On Friday (May 17), Asian Hussain, with Queens Park Road, Blackburn heritage, was jailed for six years.
He was also ordered to sign the sex offenders’ register for life. DC Vicky Heys, of Blackburn CID, said Hussain had tried to ‘undermine’ his brave victim.
After his sentencing, she said: “Hussain carried out this repugnant attack in the victim’s own home – a place where she was entitled to feel safe.
“He then concocted a web of lies in a bid to undermine the victim’s truthful account and distance himself from any wrongdoing. I would like to place on record my admiration for the bravery the victim has shown throughout this process, given the profound and ongoing impact Hussain’s sexual attack has had on her.
“I hope the outcome of this case will encourage other victims to come forward, knowing they will be believed, listened to and that we will do everything in our power to put the perpetrator before the courts.”
If you or somebody you know has been the victim of a sexual offence, report it online via https://doitonline.lancashire.police.uk/ or call 101. If a crime is in progress always call 999.
Where to go if you’ve been affected by rape or sexual assault
– 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 help@manchesterrapecrisis.co.uk
– We Are Survivors provides specialist trauma informed support to male victims in Greater Manchester who have experienced sexual abuse, rape or sexual exploitation. Call 0161 236 2182 for help.
– Always call 999 in an emergency