A self-claimed ‘spiritual healer’ and television preacher – who sexually abused two female patients seeking treatment for back and foot pain - has been jailed for nine years.
Alain Bhatupa, 37, (pictured) of Alston Road, Upper Edmonton titled himself ‘The Prophet Alain’ and promoted his healings on a religious satellite television channel.
The 61 year-old woman, who was seeking help for chronic back pain, was abused by Bhatupa when she visited him at his television office at Crown House, North Circular Road, Willesden.
A 40 year-old, who hoped the defendant could cure her foot inflammation, had also seen him on Religious Wonderful TV and was assaulted during the consultation.
Bhatupa was convicted at Harrow Crown Court on three counts of digital penetration and two counts of sexual assault.
Detective Sergeant Peter Walker, of the sexual offences Sapphire team, said: “Bhatupa platformed himself and his bogus healing techniques on satellite television by targeting devout Christian viewers.
“He used his position of trust and his television credibility to go on and sexually assault women behind closed doors.
“It is possible that there are further victims who have been affected by the actions of Bhatupa, and I urge them to come forward and speak to us.
The 61 year-old reported the defendant to police in August, last year after she was assaulted and asked for a £500 “offering”
A month later the 40 year-old also reported him to police. She had been asked for a £600 offering.
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