- James Bubb, now known as Gwyn Samuels, was convicted of raping and sexually assaulting two victims.
- One victim was 12 years old when the abuse began; the other was 18 and in a coercive relationship.
- Bubb met both victims online and used his police role to manipulate and intimidate them.
- The offences occurred between January 2018 and April 2024.
- He was suspended from the Met Police in April 2024 following his arrest.
- Jurors found him guilty on five counts; sentencing is pending.
- The case has raised concerns about police vetting and online child safety.
A former Metropolitan Police special constable has been convicted of multiple sexual offences, including the rape of a child, following a deeply disturbing trial at Amersham Law Courts.
James Bubb, who now identifies as Gwyn Samuels, was found guilty of grooming and sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl he met online in 2018. The abuse began after the pair met in person at a Christian festival, where Bubb was volunteering as a steward. Prosecutors revealed that the victim was clearly marked as a child, wearing a colour-coded wristband, yet Bubb assaulted her in public just before her 13th birthday.
The court heard that Bubb used his role as a special constable to intimidate and manipulate the girl, boasting about his powers and authority. He was also convicted of raping a second victim — an 18-year-old woman he met online while pretending to be a teenage girl. Their relationship, which spanned several years, was described as coercive and abusive, with Bubb allegedly using police restraint techniques to exert control.
The offences took place between January 2018 and April 2024. Bubb was suspended from his volunteer duties in April 2024 immediately after his arrest. He had joined the Met’s Central West team in September 2020 and was off-duty during all incidents.
Jurors deliberated for over six hours before delivering a guilty verdict on five counts, including rape of a child under 13, sexual activity with a child, and assault by penetration. He was acquitted on two other charges related to the same complainant.
The case has sparked renewed calls for accountability within law enforcement and stronger safeguards on online platforms where predators often operate. Child protection advocates say the victims must now receive full support to rebuild their lives.
Sentencing is expected at a later date.
