July 29th 2024.
Linda De Sousa Abreu, a prison guard at HMP Wandsworth, recently made headlines after a video surfaced of her engaging in sexual activity with an inmate, Linton Weirich. Her actions have been met with shock and disappointment, as she has been charged with misconduct and could face prison time for her violation of public trust.
The footage, captured by Weirich's cellmate on a cell phone, shows De Sousa Abreu engaging in the sexual act while her radio crackles with messages in the background. It is a clear and blatant disregard for her responsibilities as a prison guard and the trust placed in her by the public.
At her court appearance, De Sousa Abreu pleaded guilty to one charge of misconduct in public office. The charge states that she "wilfully and without reasonable excuse or justification misconducted [herself] in a way which amounted to an abuse of the public's trust." Her sentencing has been adjourned until November.
Upon her arrest at Heathrow Airport, where she was attempting to catch a flight to Madrid, De Sousa Abreu was found to have notified the prison of her travel plans. This further demonstrates the lack of remorse and understanding of the severity of her actions.
Senior Crown Prosecutor Tetteh Turkson expressed the gravity of the situation, stating, "This was a shocking breach of the public's trust. De Sousa was clearly an enthusiastic participant who wrongly thought she would avoid responsibility." The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) worked closely with the Metropolitan Police to build a strong case against De Sousa Abreu, who ultimately had no option but to accept her guilt.
De Sousa Abreu, who holds a Portuguese passport, was granted conditional bail and is set to appear in court again on November 7. Meanwhile, Weirich, who is currently serving a sentence for theft, has a partner outside of jail who is pregnant and was hospitalized due to the stress caused by the video.
It is important to hold individuals in positions of power accountable for their actions, especially when they abuse their authority. The CPS is determined to prosecute anyone who betrays the public's trust, and De Sousa Abreu is no exception. The latest news and updates on this case can be found on The Agency's London news hub, as well as through their social media channels.
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