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Sep 22, 2026 37 min

Has a cult come to town?

from File on 4 Investigates Hosted by BBC Radio 4

The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light moved into a former orphanage in Crewe in 2021. It’s American-born leader Abdullah Hashem has declared himself the Madhi or saviour. But earlier this year, 500 police officers raided the organisation's headquarters, leading to protests in the town throughout the summer. File on 4 Investigates follows the group’s journey from Egypt through Europe to discover what brought them to the UK. Presented by Hayley Mortimer & Emir Nader. Archive: The Ahmadi Religion of Peace and Light / AROPL Studios.

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