Predatory Paedophile Paul Latham Found Guilty of Historic Abuse
Paul Latham is set to be sentenced after a jury convicted him of historic sexual offences against a young girl in Sussex.
Guilty Verdict at Hove Crown Court
The 65-year-old faced trial at Hove Crown Court, denying three counts of penetrative sexual activity with a girl aged 13 to 15, plus a rape charge involving an adult. On November 18, the jury found him guilty on two counts relating to the underage girl, with one count left pending. He was cleared of the adult rape charge.
Gruesome Crimes from 2005 Revealed
The offences date back to 2005 and took place at addresses in Hove and Woodingdean. Latham, then 47, knew the victim was underage but went ahead anyway.
Police Praise Victim’s Courage and Justice Secured
“Latham is a predatory sex offender who preyed on a young teenage girl and has now faced justice,” said Detective Constable Lisa Hampson.
“The victim showed extraordinary bravery and tenacity through a very difficult period. We have worked tirelessly to secure this conviction and support all victims of sexual offences. We hope this case encourages others to come forward, no matter how long ago the abuse happened.”
Latham, unemployed and from Wicklands Avenue, Saltdean, will be sentenced on January 6, 2023.
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