He has been barred from contacting his victim
Kola Adetu(Image: Avon and Somerset Police)
A stalker who kept trying to approach a woman in Bristol over the course of several months has walked free from court following his conviction.
Kola Adetu, 45 and from Overnhill Road, Downend, Bristol, was found guilty of stalking without causing fear, alarm or distress by magistrates at court in Bristol.
Adetu persistently approached his victim with propositions in the street and at her home in Staple Hill over the course of several months from May 2024.
Kola Adetu, 45, was sentenced at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 4 September.
On September 4, he was sentenced to a two-year restraining order and must complete a 12-month community order of 100 hours of unpaid work and a 20-day rehabilitation activity.
He must also pay a victim surcharge of £114.
PCs Joshua Millward and Neal Scarborough, of the Staple Hill neighbourhood policing team, successfully led a complex investigation resulting in the prosecution of Adetu.
PC Millward said: “Stalking and harassment are serious crimes which can have a devastating effect on the lives of victims and their friends and family.
“This case reflects a clear pattern of behaviour that posed a serious risk to the victim’s wellbeing.
“While anyone can be a victim, stalking and harassment disproportionately impact women and girls.
Kola Adetu has been convicted of stalking(Image: Avon and Somerset Police)
“Violence against women and girls (VAWG) offences are a priority for our force, and we remain committed to supporting victims and ensuring offenders are brought to justice.
“The courage shown by the victim in coming forward played a vital role in enabling the police to take action and highlights the importance of reporting such offences.”
The force is encouraging anyone who thinks they are being stalked to report it to police straightaway.
If you are in immediate danger call 999, otherwise you can report online, at a police station or by calling 101. If you’re not ready to speak to police, you can reach out for support from the National Stalking Helpline.