Man jailed for breaking into Cardiff home and committing sexual offences

Mohammed Abbas burgled a family home in Cardiff just before 2am on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Three females, including two children, woke to find Abbas standing in their bedroom doorway and he began masturbating.

Other family members were woken up by the disturbance and Abbas fled the house.

He was arrested around 12 hours later at 3.30pm at his home address in Grangetown, Cardiff, and charged.

Abbas admitted offences including engaging in sexual activity in the presence of children for the purpose of sexual gratification, trespass with intent to commit a sexual offence, and burglary.

Detective Chief Inspector Catherine Loosemore, from South Wales Police, said:“Everyone has the right to feel safe in their own home and our immediate response on July 30 meant Mohammed Abbas was arrested later the same day.

“He has remained in custody and has now been sentenced.

“Stranger incidents such as these are extremely unusual in Cardiff but in Abbas we had a dangerous individual.”

The strength of the evidence resulted in guilty pleas last month and meant the victims did not have to give evidence in court.

Abbas was sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court yesterday (Tuesday, November 10) to six years in prison with an extended license of three years.

DCI Loosemore added:“A thorough and extensive investigation, which included the swift arrest and recovery of stolen property, ensured Abbas could be brought to justice.

“We hope today’s sentencing provides some reassurance to the victims and allows them to regain their confidence.

“It must have been absolutely terrifying for them, and they have been extremely brave throughout this ordeal.”

This investigation reflects our commitment to protecting women and girls, keeping Cardiff safe.