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Former Officer Sentenced to 32 Years for Child Rape

3/21/2026

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Gwyn Samuels, a former Metropolitan Police officer, received a 32-year sentence for raping and sexually assaulting two victims, including a child.
The 28-year-old, who transitioned from James Bubb, groomed one victim online before assaulting her at age 12.
Judge Jonathan Cooper said Samuels poses a significant risk to women, independent of trans status.
The court imposed a lifelong sexual harm prevention order.
Authorities remain open to investigating potential additional offenses.

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Story summary

Gwyn Samuels, a former Metropolitan Police officer, received a 32-year sentence for raping and sexually assaulting two victims, including a child.
The 28-year-old, who transitioned from James Bubb, groomed one victim online before assaulting her at age 12.
Judge Jonathan Cooper said Samuels poses a significant risk to women, independent of trans status.
The court imposed a lifelong sexual harm prevention order.
Authorities remain open to investigating potential additional offenses.