Perverted Groomer Jailed for Trying to Meet Teen Boy for Sex
A vile predator has been locked up after trying to meet a teenage boy for sex. Stephen Sussams, 62, travelled from Folkestone with sick intentions after grooming the boy online.
Social Media Grooming Horror
The nightmare began on 4 July 2025 when Sussams contacted the boy via a messaging app. He first gained the boy’s trust by chatting about everyday stuff before turning the conversation filthy.
- For two weeks, Sussams bombarded the boy with explicit messages on Snapchat and other platforms.
- He begged for indecent images and described the sexual acts he planned if they met up.
Police Arrest Sussams as He Waited to Meet Victim
Officers swooped on 23 July 2025 as Sussams waited to meet the boy. He refused to hand over his phone password at arrest.
The pervert faced multiple charges including arranging a child sex offence and attempted sexual communication with a child.
On 12 November 2025, Canterbury Crown Court sentenced the Biggins Wood Road man to two and a half years behind bars. He will also face a Sexual Harm Prevention Order and mandatory inclusion on the sex offender register once released.
Detective Vows to Hunt Down Predators
“This was a thorough and swift investigation, which enabled us to apprehend a dangerous offender quickly. Sussams’ actions were deplorable,” said Detective Constable Jess Meadway. His arrest sends a clear message that Kent Police will pursue offenders relentlessly. We remain committed to ensuring that those who commit such crimes are held fully accountable.”
