Dorset swim instructor jailed over historic child abuse in Luton
Between 1980 and 1984, Peter Brown was a swim instructor in Luton and during that time he sexually assaulted a teenage boy.
Last updated 9th Aug 2023
A paedophile who committed sexual assaults against a teenager whilst working as a swimming coach has been jailed.
Between 1980 and 1984, Peter Brown was a swim instructor in Luton and during that time he sexually assaulted a teenage boy.
The victim reported that Brown touched him inappropriately and forced him to touch him inappropriately on several occasions, with the offences happening at locations in Luton and around the country.
Brown, 71, of Ashery Drive, Plymouth, was found guilty of two counts of indecent assault on a male and two counts of indecent assault with a child.
He was sentenced to three years and six months in prison on Friday (4 August) at Luton Crown Court.
Detective Sergeant Natalie Miller, from Bedfordshire Police’s Protecting Vulnerable People team, said: “This was a targeted attack by a man who held a level of power and used it to intimidate and assault a young victim.
“Brown thought he was above the law, but this case proves we will leave no stone unturned in pursuing perpetrators, no matter when the crime took place.
“I commend the victim for his bravery throughout the case. He sadly passed away before the trial could take place and I am so glad we were able to get justice for him.
“Regardless of when an incident happened, it is never too late to come forward and report what has happened to you. We have a team of specialist officers who are on hand to support you and we are committed to bringing perpetrators to justice.”
Reports can be made to the police by visiting beds.police.uk/ro/report or calling 101.
If you have been affected by crime, the Bedfordshire Victim Care Services offers free and confidential support to victims in Bedfordshire, whether it has been reported to police or not, and irrespective of where and when the crime occurred.