MAN CONVICTED AFTER HE SPENT MONTHS STALKING WOMAN
A man has been found guilty after months of surveilling a woman in Staple Hill.Kola Adetu, aged 45 and residing on Overnhill Road in Downend, Bristol, received his sentence at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 4 September.
The court determined that he was guilty of a single charge of stalking without causing fear, alarm, or distress.
He was ordered to adhere to a two-year restraining order, complete a 12-month community order involving 100 hours of unpaid work, attend a 20-day rehabilitation program, and pay a victim surcharge of £114.
Throughout several months starting in May 2024, Adetu approached his victim repeatedly with propositions, both in public on the street and at her residence in Staple Hill.
The investigation was carried out by PCs Joshua Millward and Neal Scarborough from the Staple Hill neighbourhood policing team, who managed a detailed inquiry that led to the successful prosecution of a persistent offender.
PC Millward commented: “Stalking and harassment are serious crimes which can have a devastating effect on the lives of victims and their friends and family.
This case reflects a clear pattern of behaviour that posed a serious risk to the victim’s wellbeing.
“While anyone can be a victim, stalking and harassment disproportionately impact women and girls.
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) offences are a priority for our force, and we remain committed to supporting victims and ensuring offenders are brought to justice.
“The courage shown by the victim in coming forward played a vital role in enabling the police to take action and highlights the importance of reporting such offences.”
