South east London sexual predator Colin Moore is jailed

Colin Moore, 58, of Grove Lane in Denmark Hill, was sentenced to 15 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of four rapes and five indecent assaults against the same girl. 

The predator took advantage of the girl who was under the age of 16 when the offending began in 1995. 

The abuse then took place over the next four years at locations in west and central London, including at her mum’s flat and at Victoria Station. 

The victim-survivor reported the abuse to the Met Police in 2020. 

After Moore was jailed on Friday (November 22) she said: "After years of trying to forget the innocence that had been taken from my childhood, I wasn’t satisfied my abuser lived without consequence while I suffered the aftermath of his actions. 

“I hope my story can inspire others to stand up against their abusers no matter the obstacles. Every woman deserves a voice; to speak up without fear and stand up against abuse.” 

Colin Moore (Image: Met Police) The Met Police said their detectives worked tirelessly to gather evidence including voice recorded interviews with the victim-survivor, who is now 41. 

They also secured the co-operation of witnesses who gave vital statements. 

Detective Constable Laura Harcombe, who led the investigation, said: “Colin Moore is a sexual predator who manipulated and abused a vulnerable young girl he knew, as well as lying to the police. 

"We were able to build a comprehensive investigation - from so many years ago - to bring justice to an innocent young woman. 

“This woman has shown incredible courage to report the abuse she suffered over a prolonged period of time to police and we thank her for coming forward - as well as the witnesses for the time they gave us to provide key evidence. 

“We hope this sentence brings a semblance of peace to the woman at the centre of the case and allows a level of freedom to move forward with her life now she knows her abuser is behind bars.” 

The victim-survivor added: “I’m elated to say that justice has been served. I overcame mental turmoil to fight for what is right. 

"I’m very grateful to everyone who has supported this process and the network that has fed me motivation and courage throughout.”