Ex-doctor made boy’s penis ‘explode’ after performing back street circumcisions

Bristol: A former doctor, Mohammad Siddiqui, has been sentenced to over five years in prison for performing unsafe circumcisions on young boys. He used rusty tools and didn’t provide any pain relief, leaving kids in agony.

Siddiqui charged around £250 for these procedures, which he carried out in unsafe conditions, often strapping the boys down. One boy’s penis “exploded” during a procedure, nearly costing him his life.

Despite being struck off and arrested multiple times, Siddiqui continued his practice, showing a complete disregard for the safety of his young patients. He pleaded guilty to numerous charges, including assault and child cruelty.

The court heard heartbreaking testimonies from parents who felt immense guilt for trusting him. They thought they were following a religious custom, only to have their children suffer.

Judge Noel Lucas KC condemned Siddiqui for his actions, emphasizing the pain he caused to the victims and their families. The Crown Prosecution Service hopes this conviction brings some closure to those affected.