DEVISTAL LANSIQUOT'S SHOCKING CRIMES IN LONDON: RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT OF CHILDREN REVEALED

In a case that has sent shockwaves through the London community, Devistal Lansiquot, aged 56, was brought before Kingston-Upon-Thames Crown Court to face charges related to heinous crimes committed decades ago. The court heard that Lansiquot had sexually abused an eight-year-old girl during the 1980s, a period marked by his abuse over a span of two years. The victim, whose identity remains protected, was subjected to repeated acts of sexual violence by Lansiquot, who exploited a position of trust to carry out his crimes.

According to court records, Lansiquot used threats and intimidation to silence the young girl, warning her not to disclose the abuse to her family. This pattern of coercion persisted until 1985, when the abuse abruptly ceased. The reason for the end of the assaults was linked to Lansiquot’s incarceration for an unrelated offence, which brought a temporary halt to his criminal activities.

Further details emerged during the proceedings, revealing that Lansiquot’s criminal history includes a violent incident from his early adulthood. At the age of 21, he stabbed his friend, Fabian Ammann, with a flick knife after a heated argument where Ammann called him a snake. The attack was severe, piercing Ammann’s heart, and resulted in Lansiquot serving four years in prison before being released in 1992.

The victim eventually reported the historic abuse to the police, leading to Lansiquot’s arrest and subsequent trial. Throughout the legal process, Lansiquot initially denied all allegations, maintaining his innocence. However, on the morning of the trial, he changed his plea and admitted guilt to three counts of rape and four counts of indecent assault against a child. His admission of guilt marked a significant moment in the case, which has been a stark reminder of the long-lasting impact of childhood abuse and the importance of justice.

Today, Lansiquot was sentenced to 11 years’ imprisonment for his crimes, a decision that underscores the severity of his actions and the court’s commitment to holding offenders accountable, regardless of how much time has passed since the offences occurred.