Zayna Imam, 41, says she was drugged and raped by Greater Manchester Police officers during custody at Pendleton police station in February 2021. She alleges she was given a substance, stripped and sexually assaulted, and left naked and distressed on a cell floor. In comments reported by the outlet, Imam also says Mayor Andy Burnham has “not delivered on any of his promises” to support her, indicating she remains dissatisfied with the assistance provided since the incident.
The reporting focuses on Imam’s account of what occurred while she was in police custody and her assessment of actions taken by the mayor following her allegations. It does not provide new details about the investigation’s findings or the legal status of the claims. The information presented reflects Imam’s perspective on both the alleged assault and subsequent responses from local leadership.