Ex-Teacher Jailed for 12 Years Over Shocking Child Sex Abuse
Hafez Ashraf Uddin, 71, from Barking, was locked up for 12 years after being found guilty of 13 counts of indecent assault against six girls aged 7 to 14. The horrific abuse happened while he taught in Ipswich between 1985 and 1999.
Uddin appeared at Ipswich Crown Court last Friday (November 21), where he was sentenced to prison, must sign the sex offenders’ register for life, and is slapped with an indefinite sexual harm prevention order.
Decades of Abuse Exposed
The ex-teacher faced 22 charges involving seven girls but was convicted on 13 counts and cleared of nine. His vile acts included slipping his hand inside girls’ trousers and repeatedly touching or squeezing their breasts.
Police Praise Brave Victims
“Hafez Ashraf Uddin abused the respected position of trust he held,” said Detective Inspector Donna Hopper of the South Safeguarding Investigation Unit.
“He subjected these young girls to shocking assaults – some multiple times. The victims didn’t feel able to report at the time, but I pay tribute to their bravery for coming forward, despite the years passed.
This case shows it’s never too late to get justice. Victims will always be heard and we’ll investigate wherever possible.
Uddin probably thought he got away with it – but he didn’t count on their resilience. He’ll now spend much of his remaining years behind bars.”
Speak Up and Stay Safe
Suffolk Police urge anyone with information or more reports to contact the South Safeguarding Investigation Unit on 101. Quote Operation Picton and reference number 37/CJ/667/18.
