Rahim Ghasemi, 40, a kebab shop owner from The Gore, Basildon, is currently on trial at Basildon Crown Court. He is accused of raping a woman in her 70s following an incident after the victim visited his shop in Chelmsford and accepted a lift from him.
Ghasemi denies the charge of rape but admits to sexual activity, claiming that the encounter was consensual and involved a payment of £50. The woman strongly disputes this claim.
The alleged assault reportedly took place on the A130 during the journey home. The former nurse told the jury that Ghasemi pulled over and attacked her. She denied ever agreeing to any payment for sex, describing Ghasemi’s account as “lies” and insisting, “He raped me.”
Ghasemi faces serious charges including rape, assault by penetration, and causing a person to engage in a sexual act without consent. These charges cover a range of offences related to the incident.
The trial is ongoing at Basildon Crown Court where both the prosecution and defence are presenting evidence and testimony. The court will determine the credibility of the conflicting accounts as the case progresses.
Originally published by UKNIP.
