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Scout Group Seeks £427,006 Repayment From Convicted Abuser

By Drooid · Oct 9, 2026, 7:29 PM UTC · How we work

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Victor Jacob, 81, is sued in London High Court for £427,005.99 repayment and costs.
He received a 25-year sentence in 2021 for 36 sexual offences against boys under 16.
The Scout Association and London Borough of Bromley paid the victim under vicarious liability and now seek repayment.
Judge Christopher Kinch KC called Jacob dangerous and lacking remorse.
Detective Constable Mark Tarrant said Met Police will pursue historic abuse.

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Victor Jacob, 81, is sued in London High Court for £427,005.99 repayment and costs.
He received a 25-year sentence in 2021 for 36 sexual offences against boys under 16.
The Scout Association and London Borough of Bromley paid the victim under vicarious liability and now seek repayment.
Judge Christopher Kinch KC called Jacob dangerous and lacking remorse.
Detective Constable Mark Tarrant said Met Police will pursue historic abuse.