SEXUAL ASSAULT INVESTIGATION 25-52551

SEXUAL ASSAULT INVESTIGATION 
London man charged

LONDON, ON (February 26, 2026) – Members of the London Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section have charged a London man in relation to a sexual assault that took place in June of 2025.

At approximately 2 p.m., on Sunday, June 1, 2025, a female teen ordered a ride through a ride share app in the area of Dundas Street and Adelaide Street North.

During the ride, the suspect diverted to a parking lot in the area of Deveron Crescent and Commissioners Road East where he sexually assaulted her.

The suspect then dropped the victim off at her residence. The victim did not sustain any physical injuries.

The victim contacted police and the investigation was assigned to the London Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section.

Through the ongoing investigation, investigators identified the suspect male driver.

On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the man was arrested after turning himself in to police at London Police Headquarters.

As a result, Qais Mohammad Nayef Zghool, 29, of London has been charged with the following offences:

·       Sexual assault;

·       Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years of age; and,

·       Sexual interference with a person under 16 years of age.

The accused is scheduled to appear in London court on March 26, 2026, in relation to the charges.

The investigation remains ongoing.  Investigators learned that Qais Mohammad Nayef Zghool continued operating a ride share service under a false name after his arrest on February 10, 2026, in direct breach of his release conditions.

On Monday, February 23, 2026, members of the London Police Service arrested Qais Mohammad Nayef Zghool again.  

He has been charged with the following additional offences:

·       Fail to comply with undertaking; and,

·       Fraudulent concealment.

The accused was released and is scheduled to reappear in London court on March 19, 2026.

The London Police Service reminds the public to verify vehicle and driver information when using ride‑share services. Riders are encouraged to use verified platforms, confirm driver details, share trips with a trusted person, sit in the back seat when possible, and trust their instincts.

Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call the London Police Service at (519) 661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Information can also be sent in online anonymously to London Middlesex Crime Stoppers.

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