UMO-Walsall Condemns Racially Motivated Rape in Park Hall, Walsall
For Immediate Release
26th October 2025
The Union of Muslim Organisations – Walsall (UMO-Walsall) is appalled by the racially motivated sexual assault of a young woman in Walsall.
The Police were called to the Park Hall area of Walsall on Saturday, 25th October. Officers established that she had been raped and assaulted at a nearby property by a man she did not know.
Mohammed Arif, Chairman of UMO-Walsall, said: “I am shocked and horrified that this young woman has been attacked because of her religion and race. We stand with the victim, her family, and the wider community, and urge the Government to act against rising Racism and Islamophobia. Walsall is a diverse, resilient community united against all forms of hate.”
Ch Supt Phil Dolby of Walsall Police said:
“Our focus is on supporting investigators to identify and arrest the attacker. We understand the fear this attack will cause and have been engaging with the community to listen to concerns. There will be an increased policing presence in the coming days.”
The attacker is described as a white male in his 30s, with short hair, wearing dark clothing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact West Midlands Police via 101 or Live Chat, quoting log 4027 of 25 October.
UMO-Walsall urges the community to remain vigilant, support the investigation, and work together to help bring the perpetrator to justice urgently.