Gualberto Santos

Gualberto Santos

58, Male Custodial 2025-08-08

London, Greater London

Offender ID: 6305202d-881d-44bd-b17b-2af88913e0b6

Offence Summary

Paedophile Gualberto Santos sent sexual messages to someone he believed was a 12-year-old girl and is currently on the run.

Full Description

Gualberto Santos, 58, from London, was identified as a paedophile who sent sexual messages to an individual he believed to be a 12-year-old girl, engaging in grooming behaviour online. Although convicted, Santos absconded and remains at large.

The Metropolitan Police Service traced the communications during an operation targeting online child exploitation, leading to his initial conviction. Evidence included explicit messages demonstrating Santos' intent to meet and abuse the supposed child.

Despite the sentencing on 8 August 2025, Santos' flight from justice has prompted a manhunt. Authorities have warned of the risks he poses, urging public assistance in his capture. This ongoing case illustrates challenges in enforcing sentences for sex offenders.

Location

City: London

County: Greater London

Case Details

Police Force: Metropolitan Police Service

Name heritage (predicted origin)

Country: Portugal

Confidence: 90%

Special Thanks

A huge thank you to Metropolitan Police Service for their tireless dedication in bringing this offender to justice. Your commitment and hard work truly help keep our communities safe, and we are deeply grateful.

Source: offenders.org.uk

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