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Volunteer Cop Sentenced for Child Rape

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Former London Police Volunteer Sentenced for Child Rape, Sexual Offenses

A former volunteer special constable with Londons Metropolitan Police, Gwyn Samuels (previously James Bubb), was sentenced to twenty-four years in prison for multiple sexual offenses, including the rape of a child. Samuels, who volunteered in the Central West area, was convicted on five counts after a trial led by Thames Valley Police. The crimes, committed between January 2018 and April 2024, targeted two victims, one a child under thirteen. Samuels faced charges like assault by penetration, rape, and sexual activity with a minor, all committed while off-duty. Police leaders praised the victims for their bravery in speaking out, which led to the conviction. Samuels was suspended and fired after his arrest, and now faces a lifetime Sexual Harm Prevention Order and eight more years on license after release. This case highlights the Mets efforts to eliminate misconduct among volunteers and maintain public trust in law enforcement.

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Volunteer Cop Sentenced for Child Rape

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0:00On March 20th, a former volunteer special constable with London's Metropolitan Police has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for multiple. Sexual offenses, including the rape of a child. Gwen Samuels, previously known as James Bubb, was convicted on five counts after a trial led by Tems Valley Police. The crimes took place between January 2018 and April 2024 across London and Buckinghamshire, targeting two victims, 1A, Child Under 13. He faced charges like assault by penetration, rape, and sexual activity with a minor, all committed while off-duty. Police leaders praised the victims for their bravery in speaking out, which led to the conviction. Officials called the acts despicable and stressed that such behavior has no place in their ranks. Samuels started volunteering in the Central West area in September 2020 and was suspended right after his arrest on April 30th, 20. 24. Then fired without notice in late September.

1:01He's now on a lifetime sexual harm prevention order and faces eight more years on license after release. This case underscores the Met's push to root out misconduct among volunteers, ensuring public trust stays strong in law enforcement.

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