Qari Sher Mohammad, Muslim imam, sexually abused four young girls inside Chatham mosque. Abused first victim during spiritual duties from 2014-2016. Police knew in 2018 but skipped charges to spare victim. Abused three more girls from May 2022-December 2023. Arrested December 11 after first victim demanded prosecution. Charged with multiple child sexual touching counts. Denied all offenses. Convicted March 7, 2025 on 16 indictments at Canterbury Court. Sentenced Friday to 10 years prison. Faces five-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order after release. Exploited position of authority over vulnerable children.