Torture Couple Jailed For 33 Years

A pair who subjected two women to horrific abuse and torture have been jailed following a major police investigation.

Mohammed Kasim Khan, 24, a Class A drug dealer known for administering violent punishments to those who pay him late, and girlfriend Imaan Coley, 37, were sentenced at Birmingham Crown Court on Monday (March 17) for a series of brutal crimes, including grievous bodily harm with intent, administering toxic substances, and false imprisonment.

Torture and Abuse

On August 12, 2023, Khan broke into a victim’s room at a shared property in Acocks Green in the early hours, launching a five-hour torture ordeal. The young woman was continuously beaten, had bleach poured into her eyes and mouth, her hair burned, and was forced to strip naked and eat cat food and litter.

Coley held another woman captive in a Birmingham property, where she was tortured for months—forced to drink bleach, set on fire, and violently assaulted.

The second victim also endured a five-hour ordeal, during which she was urinated on and suffered a broken eye socket.

Police Appeal and Sentencing

Khan was described as “extremely dangerous” while he was on the run, prompting a public appeal for information. Following widespread public pressure, he eventually handed himself in.

Coley, who also pleaded guilty to burglary and assault, was sentenced to 18 years in prison. Khan, who admitted to multiple counts of grievous bodily harm and administering poison, was jailed for 15 years.

Detective Constable Victoria McNulty described the crimes as “truly horrific” and praised the victims’ bravery, saying she hoped the sentences would bring them some sense of justice.

Ongoing Commitment to Tackling Abuse

Police have thanked the public for their help in tracking Khan down and reaffirmed their commitment to tackling abuse and exploitation.

Anyone experiencing abuse is urged to seek help. In an emergency, call 999.

ACCESS TO THE LAW: Understanding the Crime and Sentencing

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Understanding Sentencing for Torture and GBH

As part of our campaign to improve public understanding of UK criminal law, we are explaining the legal framework behind cases featured in our articles.

In this case, Mohammed Kasim Khan and Imaan Coley were convicted of grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, administering a toxic substance, and false imprisonment—all serious offences under UK law.

GBH with intent, under Section 18 of the Offences Against the Person Act 1861, is one of the most severe forms of assault and carries a maximum sentence of life imprisonment. Unlike lesser assault charges, it requires proof that the offender intended to cause serious harm, making it a key charge in violent crimes like this.

Administering a toxic substance with intent to endanger life, covered under Section 23 of the same Act, is a rare but grave offence, often resulting in lengthy prison sentences. The law treats the use of harmful substances—such as bleach in this case—with the same severity as physical assaults causing lasting damage.

False imprisonment, a common charge in cases of prolonged abuse, is an offence under common law and can lead to life imprisonment depending on the circumstances. This charge reflects the victims’ complete loss of liberty and the sustained nature of their ordeal.

The 15- and 18-year sentences handed down in this case demonstrate the courts’ recognition of the severity of these crimes. The cumulative impact of multiple charges ensured significant custodial sentences, in line with judicial guidelines on violent and degrading treatment of victims.

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