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Rape trials - a victim’s view

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Sophie (not her real name) was raped in a Glasgow barber shop by a man pretending to be a taxi driver.

She talks to Laura about reporting the crime to police; giving evidence in court; and the sentence her attacker, Barzan Nawshowani, received.

Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode is hosted by Laura Miller.

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Published on Monday, 6th April 2026.

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