Kenya sentences Dutchman to 10 years in prison for child sex abuse

Jan in ’t V., a 73-year-old Dutch citizen, was sentenced to ten years in prison in Kenya for the exploitation of children, a charge that includes abuse. He will also be fined three million shillings (over 22,000 euros), Kenyan media outlets reported. He also has to pay the same sum to the three victims.

In ’t V., better known by his aliases like Leraar Jan, Papa, and Mzungu, was found guilty of owning child rape videos, indecent acts with a child, and one count of child abuse. The offenses took place between April 2022 and November 2023.

The ages of the children ranged from seven to 16. He purposely grabbed a 16-year-old’s private parts without permission. He also sent photos and videos to children to encourage them to do sexual acts and record themselves doing so.

In ’t V. helped single mothers financially, which is how he got close to the children in Kenya, Omroep Brabant reported. In ’t V. has denied all accusations.

The man from Oss was arrested in 2023 at the international airport in the capital of Nairobi when he was trying to flee the country. All his electronic items were seized during the arrest. Incriminating evidence was found on the items.

After he has sat out his sentence, he will be forced to leave Kenya. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs previously confirmed that consular assistance would be provided to the man. The ministry would not give any further comments regarding the case due to privacy concerns.