JAKE GOMEZ CAUGHT UPSKIRTING WOMAN AT BRITISH MUSEUM IN LONDON
A man identified as Jake Gomez has been sentenced to prison following an incident at the British Museum in London, where he was caught engaging in the illegal act of upskirting a woman.The incident was witnessed by an off-duty police officer who was present at the scene, leading to Gomez's swift detention and subsequent legal proceedings.
According to court reports, detectives recovered Gomez's mobile phone after his device was seized for investigation.
A thorough analysis of the phone revealed a disturbing collection of videos, including multiple recordings of other women, which are believed to have been taken on the same day as the initial incident.
This discovery has raised concerns that Gomez may have targeted additional victims, some of whom may remain unaware that they have been recorded without their consent.
Gomez, aged 33 and a Colombian national, appeared before Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court on August 21.
He pleaded guilty to the charge of recording an image under clothing with the intent to observe another person without their permission.
The court sentenced him to four months in prison and ordered him to pay court fees.
Additionally, Gomez is required to register as a sex offender with the police for a period of up to seven years, in accordance with the Sexual Offences Act 2003.
The incident took place on August 19, when the off-duty police officer noticed Gomez discreetly recording a woman while she was unaware.
The officer, along with staff and security personnel at the British Museum, detained Gomez until Metropolitan Police officers arrived to take him into custody.
The court heard that the victim was in the museum around 14:00 hours that day.
Detective Constable Holly Wright, who is part of the Public Protection team covering Camden, emphasized the serious impact such crimes have on women and girls.
She stated, “These kinds of offences have a devastating impact on women and girls who should be free to go about their lives without fear of being the victim of such a horrendous crime.” Wright also highlighted the importance of the police investigation, noting that Gomez’s phone contained multiple videos of other women, all believed to have been filmed on the same day.
This suggests that there may be additional victims who are unaware of their victimization.
She urged anyone who was at the British Museum on Monday, August 19, around 14:00 hours, and suspects they may have been targeted, to come forward and assist the police in their inquiries.
Potential victims are encouraged to contact the police by calling 101 or by posting a message on Twitter @MetCC, referencing case number CAD 4342/19Aug.
The police are committed to identifying and supporting all victims affected by this disturbing incident.
