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James Manchand, the prolific upskirter with an active Sexual Harm Prevention Order, has been sentenced to 20 months in prison following multiple voyeurism offences in Soho.
James Manchand has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for multiple voyeurism offences, as confirmed by Detective Constable Sam Pearson of the WTXpolitan Police.
James Manchand was sentenced to 20 months in prison by the court for multiple voyeurism offences committed in Soho.
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A man who filmed more than 20 women in a single evening in Soho has been sentenced to 20 months in prison. James Manchand, 62, was arrested by plain-clothed officers on January 16 after they observed him pacing around queues outside various venues, prompting suspicion about his behaviour.
The police discovered 29 videos on Manchand’s phone, all taken that evening, which contravened an existing Sexual Harm Prevention Order he had for a previous voyeurism offence. His arrest followed the officers’ quick actions to monitor and intervene when he continued to hover around groups of women.
Detective Constable Sam Pearson stated, “Manchand’s predatory behaviour was calculated, persistent and showed a complete disregard for the women he targeted.” The police emphasised the importance of public vigilance, urging bystanders to report suspicious behaviour to prevent further offences.
Commander Clair Kelland of the Met Police underscored the invasive nature of voyeurism, stating, “There is absolutely no excuse for this behaviour.” The authorities are committed to addressing such crimes and enhancing safety for women and girls across London.
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A prolific upskirter who targeted more than 20 women in just one evening has been jailed.
James Manchand was spotted hovering around groups of women around Soho on January 16.
Plain-clothed officers noticed the 62-year-old was deliberately pacing along queues outside of venues.
He was arrested at the scene and on Friday was sentenced to 20 months imprisonment.
Manchand already had a Sexual Harm Prevention Order for a previous voyeurism offence.
Detective Constable Sam Pearson, who led the investigation, said: ‘Manchand’s predatory behaviour was calculated, persistent and showed a complete disregard for the women he targeted.
‘Thanks to the vigilance and quick instincts of officers on patrol, we were able to intervene before he could continue offending and recover clear evidence that he had committed multiple voyeurism offences in a single evening.
‘No one should have to worry about being violated in this way while simply enjoying a night out. We will continue to act swiftly and decisively against anyone who poses a threat to women and girls.’
Commander Clair Kelland, the Met’s public protection lead, said: ‘Voyeurism can take many forms, but at its core it is a blatant intrusion into someone’s privacy, often carried out in crowded or busy places where victims may not immediately realise what has happened.
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‘There is absolutely no excuse for this behaviour. Whether motivated by sexual gratification or a desire to cause humiliation, distress or alarm, voyeurism is always deeply unsettling for those targeted.
‘We also want to encourage bystanders to look out for one another. If you see someone behaving in a way that feels predatory or attempting to film under clothing, please report it to officers or venue staff straight away. Your quick action could prevent someone from being targeted.’