A manhunt is underway for a convicted child sex trafficker who failed to appear in court after being granted bail. Sharam Muhamadi, 21, was found guilty in his absence at Sheffield Crown Court on Tuesday June 9 of two counts of arranging or facilitating travel of another person with a view to exploitation. The trial began on May 18, but Muhamadi disappeared after winning a bail application, according to Birmingham Live.
South Yorkshire Police have been searching for him since, but reporting restrictions prevented a public appeal until the trial concluded. Officers have reviewed CCTV footage and phone records, and conducted extensive enquiries in the West Midlands area. Muhamadi's last known sighting was in Birmingham city centre at around 9pm on Monday May 18. He then took a taxi towards Coventry Road and Small Heath Park, southeast of the city, but the trail went cold.
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Assistant Chief Constable Hayley Barnett stated: "Our priority has been and will continue to be securing full justice for the victims tragically involved. They have shown commendable bravery throughout our full investigation and the complex trial which followed. We are wholly focused on finding Muhamadi and ensuring he faces the consequences of his actions." She added that officers have been relentless in pursuing all lines of enquiry and believe he is still in the country, but if found abroad, they will seek government assistance for extradition.
Muhamadi has links to the West Midlands area, and police believe he may still be in the region. The public is advised not to approach him but to call 999 immediately, quoting South Yorkshire Police incident number 610 of 21 May 2026. Anonymous reports can be made to Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.
Police are determined to bring Muhamadi to justice and ensure the young victims receive the justice they deserve.
