Justice Catches Up With Child Molester Four Decades On

A paedophile, who preyed on a five year-old boy in the 1970's, has been brought to justice and locked up for three-and-half years.

David Mark James, 66, of Pond Row, Abercanaid, Glamorgan sexually abused the youngster in Brent, north-west London four decades ago.

The investigation began in May 2013 when the victim reported the assault to police.

James denied the allegations during a trial at Harrow Crown Court, but was found guilty of one count of indecent assault.


He was acquitted of two further offences relating to the same victim.



Detective Constable Luke Williams of the Met's Sexual Offences Exploitation & Child Abuse Command said: "James sexually abused the victim and betrayed the trust placed in him by so many.

“I commend the bravery of the victim for showing great courage in coming forward and giving evidence. 



"I believe James may have abused other children and appeal to those people to come forward.

“The Metropolitan Police Service will do everything within our power to keep the children of London safe from those intent on doing harm. 



"James will remain subject to a Sexual Offences Prevention Order for life to protect children upon his release." 



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