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Man Sentenced to Jail for Sexual Assaults on Lewisham Buses

A man who committed sexual assaults on board Lewisham buses has been sentenced to jail. Mohammed Aminu, a 26-year-old serial sex offender from Nightingale Grove, Hither Green, pleaded guilty to three counts of sexual assault and one count of sexual communication with a 14-year-old child. Following an investigation by detectives from the Met’s Roads and Transport Policing Command, Aminu appeared at Woolwich Crown Court on Wednesday, 6 December, and was sentenced to 30 months’ imprisonment. Additionally, he has been placed on the Sex Offenders Register for ten years.

The incidents occurred on Wednesday, 22 March, when Aminu boarded a Route 181 bus in Lewisham High Street. He engaged a 14-year-old girl in conversation and later followed her from the bus, sexually assaulting her. Half an hour later, he boarded a Route 124 bus where he engaged a 16-year-old girl in conversation and also sexually assaulted her. The second victim managed to seek help upon getting off the bus when Aminu followed her to school.

Aminu’s predatory behavior continued three days later on Saturday, 25 March. He boarded a bus in Soho and sexually assaulted another victim after following them from a bus. The victims bravely reported the incidents to the police, leading to investigations being launched.

Thanks to the meticulous examination of CCTV footage from the buses, detectives quickly identified Aminu as the suspect in all of the offenses. Consequently, he was arrested on Friday, 9 May.

Strong Condemnation by Detective Sergeant Matthew Brown

Detective Sergeant Matthew Brown, from the Met’s Roads and Transport Policing Command, expressed his strong condemnation of Aminu’s actions. He stated, “These were particularly nasty assaults on girls going to school and a further assault of an adult who was travelling home from work on a night bus. In every case, he used force against his victims.”

Sgt. Brown emphasized the importance of reporting incidents to the police, regardless of how minor they may seem. He urged potential victims to come forward, emphasizing that their accounts could be crucial in identifying patterns of predatory behavior and putting a stop to it.

TfL’s Commitment to Safety on Public Transport

Mandy McGregor, TfL’s Head of Policing and Community Safety, strongly condemned Aminu’s actions and reassured the public that TfL is actively working with the police to ensure the transport network becomes a hostile place for offenders. She expressed gratitude to the women and girls who bravely reported the incidents, as their actions were instrumental in bringing the offender to justice.

McGregor urged anyone who experiences or witnesses sexual offenses or harassment on TfL networks to report them to the police or a member of staff. This proactive approach allows immediate action to be taken, preventing further incidents and ensuring that perpetrators face the consequences of their actions. She highlighted the importance of strong evidence, emphasizing that reporting incidents promptly strengthens the case against offenders.

Reporting Incidents and Seeking Help

Anyone who has been a victim of crime on the bus network is encouraged to call 101 or report online at www.met.police.uk. In case of an emergency, always dial 999.

By coming forward and reporting incidents, victims play a crucial role in ensuring the safety of all passengers on public transport. Together, we can create a secure environment and hold offenders accountable for their actions.

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