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UK Police Raid Religious Commune After Woman Exposes Alleged Abuses

Nine Arrested at Webb House in Crewe

British authorities arrested nine individuals last month following a survivor’s testimony about horrific abuses within a secretive religious group. The raid targeted Webb House, a former orphanage turned commune in Crewe where over 100 members lived under strict control.

Among the detained were six men and three women, hailing from six different countries. The group, self-identified as Ahmadi, has drawn scrutiny for allegations of slavery, sexual abuse, and a fusion of religious dogma that defies conventional interpretation.

A Leader’s Unconventional Rise

The group’s founder, Hashem, an Egyptian-American, launched the movement in 2015, declaring himself a hybrid of Jesus, the Mahdi, and even the Pope. His bold claims have only grown more eccentric—recently, he publicly urged Donald Trump to join, dubbing him the “Emperor of the United States” and offering political influence in exchange.

Hashem’s eccentricity extends to his theological ambitions. In a bizarre quip, he joked about claiming the Papal title first, declaring, “The first claim counts.”

Global Reach, Local Crackdown

While the UK raid marks a significant intervention, this is not an isolated case. Authorities also seized two additional properties linked to the group in the same week. The organization operates across multiple continents, with a US headquarters in Nevada.

Hashem maintains absolute authority, appointing regional “bishops” but reserving final decisions for himself—a structure that mirrors cult-like control.

Police Caution: Not an Attack on Faith

Chief Superintendent Gareth Wrigley emphasized that the investigation targets alleged criminal activity, not religious belief. Increased patrols have been deployed to ensure public safety, and authorities urge anyone with concerns to come forward.

Yet the case raises a chilling question: How do spiritual promises become tools of extreme domination?