Former Bristol City player jailed for serious sexual assaults
Alhaji Sesay carried out his attacks in Bristol and London
Last updated 17th Mar 2021
A former Bristol City FC footballer has been jailed for 10 years after being convicted of rape and attempted rape.
Alhaji Sesay, 22, was convicted of one count of rape and two of attempted rape against two separate women he met at nightclubs in Bristol and London. He was found not guilty of a second charge of rape.
At today's sentencing hearing, HHJ Cullum told Sesay he was a sexual predator who used "a veneer of charm and flirtatious behaviour" to put himself close to women who he saw as targets.
Sesay was arrested back in July 2019 following an incident at Mbargo nightclub, on The Triangle, Bristol after trapping a woman in the toilets at attempting to rape her.
The victim managed to break free and raise the alarm with her friends and door staff, resulting in Sesay being detained and arrested at the scene.
The court heard how Sesay also followed a woman into the toilets are forced his way into a cubicle at the Hart Lounge in London where he carried out an attack.
Sesay, of Plumstead, London, was charged in connection with the offences in Bristol and London in August 2020.
DC Toby Hayes of Bristol CID, said: “Alhaji Sesay is a predatory sexual offender who would brazenly target women at random at nightclubs.
“CCTV footage gathered during the police investigations showed him going into female toilets, where he carried out his attacks.
“The victims have all been through a harrowing experience. I want to pay tribute to their incredible bravery and courage for reporting the offences committed against them, for giving crucial evidence in court and for supporting our investigation, which has resulted in this dangerous sexual offender being brought to justice. I would also like to thank the many members of the public who assisted with our enquiries and helped to ensure justice was served.
“Due to the nature of Sesay’s offending, it’s possible there are other victims out there who haven’t yet reported incidents to us. I would encourage them to place their faith and confidence in the police and come forward. You will be listened to, believed and respected. If you don’t want to speak to the police, please speak to someone.”