Migrant hotel resident charged with sexual assault
Published: 8/13/2025

A Syrian migrant living at The Bell Hotel, Epping, faces charges of sexual assault, common assault, and assault by beating. Mohammed Sharwarq, 32, has been accused of these offenses by four complainants, with the incidents alleged to have occurred between July and August. Following his arrest, he was remanded in custody, and Essex Police confirmed they are not seeking other suspects in relation to the case.