I was sexually assaulted by an imam. He told me he had supernatural powers

The article details allegations of sexual assault by an imam named Abdul Halim Khan, who reportedly claimed to possess supernatural powers as a means of coercion. Khan allegedly preyed on young girls, telling them they required “curing” from “bad spirits.” The BBC has interviewed two individuals who have come forward to share their experiences of alleged assault by Khan. These accounts highlight a pattern of manipulation and abuse where religious authority and fabricated supernatural abilities were used to victimize vulnerable individuals. The women describe how Khan exploited their trust and religious beliefs to commit sexual offenses, making them feel powerless and traumatized.