Several South Londoners have been sentenced this January for various crimes, including a prison guard and a couple involved in a jewelry heist
London: This month has seen a string of South Londoners getting locked up for some pretty serious stuff. A prison officer, a creep, and a couple who pulled off a massive jewelry heist are just a few of the names making headlines.
First up, we have Linda De Sousa Abreu, a 30-year-old prison officer who got 15 months for having sex with an inmate at HMP Wandsworth. A video of the act went viral, leading to her arrest. The judge made it clear that her actions seriously undermined the trust placed in her role.
Then there’s Aaron Black, a 37-year-old with a long history of sexual offenses. He was caught hiding in Clapham Common, waiting for a lone woman to expose himself to. The judge sentenced him to two years, emphasizing the need to protect women from his behavior.
Next, we have Stephen Baughen, a 43-year-old from Bexleyheath, who was sentenced to six years for grooming young girls online. He sent inappropriate messages and even tried to meet up with them. His actions were described as predatory, and the court took a strong stance against him.
Lastly, Zinca and Vadar-ghimes Agafitei, a couple from South Norwood, stole over £48,000 worth of jewelry from various shops. They used distraction tactics to pull off their heists and were sentenced to two years and three months each. They even targeted an elderly woman, stealing £700 from her bank card.
It’s a tough reminder of the darker side of life in South London, but at least justice is being served.
