Walsall attack
British Man Charged With Racially Aggravated Rape of Indian-Origin Woman in UK: Investigation Details
Oct 29, 2025 07:13 pm CST
A 32-year-old British man, John Ashby, has been charged with racially aggravated rape and multiple offenses following an attack on an Indian-origin Sikh woman in Walsall. The incident has sparked community concern and prompted increased police engagement with local faith groups about women's safety measures. This case follows a similar attack in nearby Oldbury, highlighting growing concerns about racially motivated violence against women in the region.
UK Police Hunt for Suspect in Racially Aggravated Rape of Indian-Heritage Woman in Walsall
Oct 27, 2025 12:23 pm CST
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking information about a white male suspect in his 30s following the racially aggravated rape of a woman believed to be of Indian heritage in Walsall. The attack, which occurred Saturday evening in the Park Hall area, has raised community concerns as it follows a similar incident involving a British Sikh woman in nearby Oldbury last month. Police have released CCTV footage and increased their presence in the diverse community while investigating multiple leads.