Man who raped 13-year-girl on her way to school jailed for 20 years

Kadian Nelson
Met Police
Leah Sinclair13 August 2021
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Kadian Nelson, 26, crept up behind the girl in North Place, Mitcham, at 7am on November 3, 2020.

He then forced her into an alleyway in a housing estate where he raped her.

A member of the public who saw Nelson grab the girl interrupted the attack.

Nelson claimed the victim was his sister and tried to walk away with her but the woman continued to follow him, filming Nelson and the girl on her phone.

Nelson then fled the scene, leaving the victim cloaked in his jacket, which he had draped over her.

Police attended and an area search was conducted, but he was not found. An investigation was started, led by the South West Public Protection Unit.

Mobile footage of the suspect walking away was posted online and sparked outrage among the public.

Following an appeal, Nelson was arrested at 8.02pm the same day when a member of the public spotted him on Robinson Road, in Tooting, just over a mile from where the initial attack took place.

He was sentenced at the same court today to a total of 20 years’ imprisonment. He will be eligible for release after 12 years.

Part of Nelson’s sentence related to a separate domestic-related assault that took place on October 11 and for which he was previously convicted.

The family of the 13-year-old girl said: "We would like to thank the members of the public whose actions of outstanding courage and bravery saved our daughter."

Detective Inspector Simon Sherlock said: "What Nelson did that day was utterly sickening. The young victim was going about her day as usual on her way to school when Nelson approached and subjected her to a terrifying ordeal. His actions were calculated, evil and depraved.

"Thankfully the incident was spotted by a member of the public who called 999, and Nelson was then confronted by another woman who was steadfast and resolute as she followed him.

“She knew something was wrong and trusted her instinct, going out of her way in going to the victim’s aid. I would like to acknowledge the incredible support she gave to the victim, and to our investigation.

"Most importantly, I would like to give my profoundest thanks and praise to the victim who has been incredibly courageous and brave throughout the course of our investigation. We will ensure she and her family continue to receive the support they need following this harrowing incident.”

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