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.