US EditionSyrian man who fled UK after raping 15-year-old girl near Hampden Park is jailed
- Marwan al Bakr, a 32-year-old Syrian man, was jailed on May 12, 2025, at the High Court in Stirling for raping a 15-year-old girl near Hampden Park, Glasgow.
- The attack occurred on February 14, 2022, when al Bakr approached the vulnerable teen at a quiet bus stop and led her to a secluded area for a 55-minute assault.
- The court heard victim impact statements describing lasting harm, CCTV evidence of al Bakr's opportunistic approach, and concerns over his predatory behaviour and attitudes toward women.
- Judge Jane Farquharson imposed an eight-year prison sentence plus five years on licence, placed al Bakr on the sex offenders register for life, and banned contact with the victim indefinitely.
- Procurator Fiscal Katrina Parkes called al Bakr a significant danger due to his predatory actions and praised the victim's bravery, emphasizing the commitment to hold offenders accountable and encourage reporting.
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Man who raped vulnerable teen near Hampden Park jailed after fleeing to Germany
Marwan Al-Bakr was sentenced to eight years in prison on May 12 at the High Court in Stirling. He will remain on licence for a further five years following release, during which time he will be subject to close monitoring and supervision.
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