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Ex-London Police Officer Sentenced to 24 Years for Rape, Grooming

First article: 20 mar. 2026, 19:04 | Last update: 20 mar. 2026, 19:04 | 1 source | 1 article

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The sentencing highlights a disturbing case of police misconduct involving systematic grooming and rape. The former officer exploited his position of authority to abuse vulnerable individuals. The length of the sentence reflects the severity of the crimes and the lasting impact on the victims. This case will likely fuel further scrutiny of police vetting and accountability measures within the Metropolitan Police and other forces.

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Former Met officer who ‘systematically’ groomed then raped girl and woman jailed for 24 years Foto: The Guardian
The Guardian 20 mar. 2026, 19:04 (4 hours ago) Excellent

Former Met officer who ‘systematically’ groomed then raped girl and woman jailed for 24 years

Gwyn Samuels, who committed crimes as James Bubb, befriended both victims online befriended both victims onlineA Metropolitan police officer who raped a girl and a woman after “systematically” grooming them both online has been jailed for 24 years.James Bubb, who now identifies as a woman named Gwyn Samuels, first sexually assaulted the girl when she was just 12 years old after befriending her online in 2018, the trial at Aylesbury crown court was told last year. Continue reading...

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