LESLEY PAUL FROM ISLINGTON SENTENCED TO 13 YEARS FOR ABUSING BOYS IN LAMBETH

A former social worker from Islington, Leslie Paul, has been sentenced to a 13-year prison term after being found guilty of systematically sexually abusing four young boys during the 1980s. The crimes took place while he was employed by Lambeth Council’s social services department, where he was responsible for the care and supervision of children at a local centre and within his own home.

Leslie Paul, aged 64, exploited his position of trust to commit these heinous acts over a period of several years. The court heard how his actions betrayed the trust placed in him by the children’s families and the community, causing lasting trauma to the victims. The court acknowledged the severity of his breach of trust and commended the victims for their courage and bravery in coming forward to report the abuse, despite the long delay since the incidents occurred.

The sentencing hearing is scheduled for January 14, where further details regarding the case and the impact on the victims are expected to be discussed. The case has drawn significant attention to safeguarding issues within social services and the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable children from exploitation and abuse.