Dubai Man Jailed for Sexually Abusing 13-Year-Old in Brighton Hotel

Hamdan Alshamsi, a 21-year-old man from Dubai, has been sentenced to six years in prison for sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl he groomed online through Snapchat. Alshamsi traveled to the UK, booking a hotel in Brighton where he spent two days assaulting the victim after luring her from her home with gifts. The girl's family described the lasting psychological trauma inflicted on her, noting she is now under constant supervision. Police found the victim wandering in the hotel and located Alshamsi relaxing in the spa area during their search. Alshamsi pleaded guilty to multiple charges of sexual activity with a child, and the court highlighted his predatory behavior in exploiting the girl's vulnerability. The case has drawn attention to the dangers of online grooming and the severe impact such crimes have on young victims.