By Desire Emmanuel
A man who subjected two young children to abuse for over 15 years has been jailed following an investigation by British Metropolitan Police detectives.
Anthony Adewale Sobogun, aged 61 years, of Thistlewood Crescent, Croydon, was sentenced to 28 years’ imprisonment at Inner London Crown Court on Wednesday, April 15.
He had previously been found guilty of 17 non-recent sexual abuse offences against two children. The offences included multiple incidents of sexual intercourse with a girl under the age of 13, as well as the rape of a child.
According to the Metropolitan Police on its website, Sobogun carried out his abuse during the 1990s and early 2000s. His victims were known to him.
While recounting her experience, one victim-survivor disclosed that Sobogun accompanied her to an abortion clinic after she became pregnant for him.
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 this 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.”
