Imam Charged with Indecent Liberties with a Minor

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Franconia Police District  – A 36-year-old imam has been charged with indecent liberties by custodian for a sexual assault that occurred in 2015. Detectives from our Major Crimes Bureau Sex Crimes Squad began their investigation in July after a victim disclosed the unlawful sexual contact with the imam. Detectives determined Said Shirzadi, of Maryland, served as a counselor and spiritual leader at the Mustafa Center, 6844 Braddock Road, Annandale, at the time of the assault.

The juvenile victim, sought Shirzadi’s assistance in his position in the mosque. Shirzadi would meet the victim at locations throughout the County. He would invite the victim into his vehicle, where he would then sexually assault her. After a thorough investigation, including multiple interviews and reviewing digital evidence, detectives obtained a warrant for indecent liberties by a custodian, and Shirzadi was arrested today. He was released on his personal recognizance from the Adult Detention Center.

Shirzadi has served as an imam at the mosque for the past nine years.  Detectives are asking anyone with information about this case or believe Shirzadi had inappropriate contact with them or their child to please call our Major Crimes Bureau at 703-246-7800, option 3.  

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Victim specialists from our Victim Services Division have been assigned to ensure that the victims receive appropriate resources and assistance.   

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