A 61-year-old Nigerian man who abused two children for 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 sexual abuse offences against two children.
The offence includes multiple incidents of sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 13, as well as the rape of a child.
Sobogun carried out his abuse during the 1990s and early 2000s. It was learnt that 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 sexual abuse she had been subjected to.
Sobogun was arrested in the early hours of July 2, 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.
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“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” 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 program, to enhance the quality and integrity of evidence. This is achieved by combining advanced digital technology with a trauma‑informed, victim‑centered environment.”
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