Thursday, April 16, 2026 - A 61-year-old Nigerian man who subjected two young children to abuse over 15 years has been jailed following an investigation by Met detectives.
Anthony Adewale Sobogun, of Thistlewood Crescent, Croydon
was sentenced to 28 years' imprisonment at Inner London Crown Court today,
Wednesday, 15 April, 2026.
He had previously been found guilty of 17 non-recent s3xual
abuse offences against two children.
The offending includes multiple incidents of s3xual
intercourse with a girl under the age of 13, as well as the r@pe of a child.
Sobogun carried out his abuse during the 1990s and early
2000s.
His victims were known to him.While recounting her
experience, one victim-survivor shared that Sobogun had accompanied her to an
abortion clinic after she had fallen pregnant with his child.
Sobogun carried out his abuse during the 1990s and early
2000s.
His victims were known to him.While recounting her
experience, one victim-survivor shared that Sobogun had accompanied her to an
abortion clinic after she had fallen pregnant with his child.
After hearing this, officers traced the medical records
which showed the procedure had taken place.
They also reviewed counselling notes which detailed the
cycle of s3xual abuse she had been subjected to.
Sobogun was arrested in the early hours of 2 July
2025.
He was later charged and convicted following a thorough
investigation by officers who took a victim-led approach to build the trust of
the victim-survivors, gathering evidence and allowing their voices to be heard
in court.
Detective Constable Charlotte Lockyer, who led on the case,
said:
"The bravery of the victims in coming forward is what
brought Sobogun to justice. It’s as a result of their courage in working with
officers that this dangerous man has been jailed.
"Their bravery in the face of an abuser has stopped
Sobogun from causing further harm to society.“
“Today’s result shows that no matter when the abuse
occurred, justice can still be secured.”
The victims of Sobogun's crimes have bravely come forward to
share their thoughts.
“What has come to light is deeply distressing, but sadly, it
is not an isolated situation,” they said.
"Abuse like this exists in many communities, often
hidden by family, fear, silence, or stigma.
"We want to be clear: it is never too late to come
forward. If you have experienced abuse, your voice matters, and you deserve to
be heard, supported, and protected.
"We also want to highlight something that is often
overlooked: people can present well, appear trustworthy, and still cause harm
behind closed doors.
"This is why it is so important to look beyond
appearances, to listen carefully, and to take concerns seriously.
"We would like to thank the Metropolitan Police,
particularly Charlotte Lockyer, the prosecutor Mr William Goss and the Crown
Prosecution Service for taking this case seriously and progressing it with care
and professionalism.”
The Met reiterated its commitment to improving
victim-survivor experiences at every stage of an investigation.
“In this case, officers worked closely with the
victim-survivors in this case to secure evidence through video recorded
interviews (VRIs),” the Met said.
"These take place in specially designed suites that
support safer, more sensitive interviews for both adults and children.
"They strengthen investigations while helping
victims feel supported and heard.
“The Met has recently undertaken a £10 million VRI suite
upgrade programme, to enhance the quality and integrity of evidence. This is
achieved by combining advanced digital technology with a trauma‑informed,
victim‑centred environment.”
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