Wayne Couzens admits indecent exposure charges

Former Met police officer Wayne Couzens has appeared in court and admitted indecent exposure charges

The three counts all took place between November 2020 and February 21, before he abducted, raped and killed Sarah Everard in the following March.

The 49 year old, who appeared via video link from prison wearing a grey tracksuit and with a long grey beard is currently serving a whole life order for her murder.

He'll be sentenced next month

Detective Chief Inspector Katherine Goodwin, who leads the Specialist Crime Command team that originally investigated the murder of Sarah Everard, said: “It was hugely important for the team to listen to those who came forward, investigate their allegations thoroughly and make sure Couzens faced justice for this offending.

“It was our job to support them and hold him to account on their behalf and we took this duty seriously. Today is about those who were subjected to his vile behaviour and who have helped bring him to justice.

“Couzens tried to frighten and demean them, but they have only shown strength and dignity in reporting him and supporting this investigation. I would like to thank them for their patience, co-operation and help throughout the case.”

Deputy Assistant Commissioner for Professionalism, Bas Javid, said: “It’s every victim’s right to be listened to and to have their case investigated. I know the homicide team were meticulous and committed in doing everything they could to get justice for them.

“I hope this goes some small way to help the public understand that we will be ruthless in holding officers – even one serving a whole life order and who will never know freedom again – to account.

“We know the public will, understandably, be sickened at yet more grotesque crimes by Couzens. The process of flushing out the corrupt and the criminal from the Met will be slow and painful, but is necessary and we will continue to do so. This is how we will reform, move forward and become an institution Londoners can have confidence in.”

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