'An unknown man has committed a sex act in my room': Northumbria Uni student ejaculated on Jellycat teddies

Indian national Udkarsh Yadav gained access to the woman's accommodation by using a gym keycard that had been incorrectly set up and allowed access to "all rooms". Newcastle Crown Court heard the victim, who had been home for Christmas, returned to find a crusty "white substance" on her bed cover and three Jellycat soft toys.

Prosecutor Jennifer Coxon said key card data exposed Yadav, a student at Northumbria University, as the intruder and DNA from the substance was linked to him. Miss Coxon said when Yadav was initially interviewed he made no reply but added: "He was re-interviewed and the DNA evidence was put to him.

He admitted the offence, stating he was overcome with desire and he was aware that the gym cards were set up incorrectly, which allowed access to all rooms." The victim said she had pictures of herself on the wall and she was so worried about the fact an "unknown man has committed a sex act in my room" that she went to stay with a friend.

Yadav, 18, of Howard Street, Newcastle, who has never been in trouble before and had a "lack of maturity" admitted burglary with intent to cause criminal damage. Mr Recorder Mark McKone KC said: "I don't think I have ever come across anything like this before. It really is hard to imagine what was going through the defendant's mind when he did this."

Recorder McKone said the victim had been at home with her family for Christmas and returned to the student flat in early January and added: "She arrived back and noticed some books on the floor and there was a white crusted substance across her bedcovers and teddy bears.

"It seems you ejaculated in her room and on her bed. This was a disgusting and selfish thing to do. You must have know the stress this would cause. This was her first time away from home. She was left shaken over the thought you masturbated while looking at pictures of her on the wall."

Yadav was sentenced to 14 months suspended for two years, with rehabilitation requirements, 200 hours unpaid work and £117 compensation for three Jellycat soft toys and bed covers.

Shada Mellor, defending, said Yadav's father owns a construction business in India. Miss Mellor said Yadav chose to study in the UK as he wants to succeed and "leave a lasting impact on the world" and added: "His behaviour on the day in question is wholly out of character."

The court heard Yadav was moved out of university accommodation and told he had to find alternative living arrangements. Miss Mellor said Yadav, who has completed first year and wants to progress to masters level, has a student visa but would have to leave the UK if that were withdrawn.

Miss Mellor added: "The university has said they will consider that position following the sentencing hearing."

A Northumbria University Spokesperson said: "We were made aware of an administrative error resulting in access to unauthorised areas in one of our partner-managed student accommodation buildings.

"Immediate action was taken to ensure the issue was resolved. The University has been assured by its accommodation provider that more stringent controls are now in place.  Whilst we are unable to comment on individual student circumstances, any student who is found in breach of University regulations will be subject to our robust disciplinary procedures.

"The University continually reviews policies and procedures to ensure the ongoing safety and wellbeing of all our students."