EXPOSED: The Predatory ‘Queue-Creeper’ of Soho! Disgusting 62-Year-Old Upskirter Who Filmed 20 Victims in Just ONE Night Is Finally Jailed
James Manchand was spotted by officers on Friday, 16 January
The “disgusting true face” of a perverted creep who specialized in stalking young women at nightclub entrances can finally be revealed after he was caught red-handed by undercover police.
James Manchand, 62, a prolific and highly experienced sexual predator, has been hauled off the streets and jailed for 20 months following a disturbing spree of voyeurism that left dozens of innocent victims violated without their knowledge.
A Predator in the Shadows
On the chilly evening of January 16, while groups of young women stood in line outside venues in London’s vibrant Soho district, they had no idea they had fallen into the lens of a professional criminal.
Manchand did not look like a typical “monster.” Instead, the grey-haired predator blended into the bustling nightlife crowds, using sophisticated tactics to get close to his targets. Plain-clothed officers, however, noticed something deeply unsettling about his movements.
The 62-year-old was spotted “deliberately pacing” along the queues, hovering around groups of women with a calculated persistence that raised immediate red flags. He wasn’t there for the music or the drinks; he was hunting.
Caught Red-Handed
When the Metropolitan Police’s proactive patrol finally swooped in to stop Manchand, the scale of his depravity was laid bare. A search of his mobile phone revealed a digital “gallery of shame” that shocked even seasoned investigators.
In a single evening, Manchand had managed to record:
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29 illicit videos
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20 different victims
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All filmed within just a few hours.
The sheer speed and volume of his offending suggest a man who was not only “prolific” but utterly obsessed. Many of the women he filmed were simply chatting with friends, looking forward to a night out, completely unaware that a “predatory creep” was standing inches away, violating their privacy with a hidden camera.
The “Calculated” Tactics of a Serial Offender
This was not a one-off lapse in judgment. It was revealed in court that Manchand was already subject to a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) for a previous voyeurism offense. He is a man who had been warned, monitored, and yet chose to strike again with even greater intensity.
“Manchand’s predatory behaviour was calculated, persistent and showed a complete disregard for the women he targeted,” said Detective Constable Sam Pearson, who led the investigation.
Pearson praised the “quick instincts” of the officers on patrol, noting that they intervened before the creep could continue his spree into the early hours of the morning.
A National Emergency
The jailing of Manchand comes at a time of heightened scrutiny regarding the safety of women in public spaces. Commander Clair Kelland, the Met’s public protection lead, described voyeurism as a “blatant intrusion” that often targets women in crowded places where they feel safe.
“There is absolutely no excuse for this behaviour,” Commander Kelland stated. “Whether motivated by sexual gratification or a desire to cause humiliation, voyeurism is always deeply unsettling for those targeted.”
| Defendant | Age | Offense | Sentence |
| James Manchand | 62 | Voyeurism / Breach of SHPO | 20 Months Imprisonment |
The Campaign for Change
The case highlights the “relentless epidemic” of violence and harassment against women. While Manchand is now behind bars, the psychological toll on his victims—who may only now be learning they were filmed—is immeasurable.
Experts warn that upskirters and voyeurs often use the “cover of the crowd” to mask their crimes, relying on the fact that victims are distracted or in high-energy environments like Soho.
The message from the police is clear:
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Vigilance: Bystanders are encouraged to look out for “predatory” pacing or suspicious phone placement.
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Reporting: If you see something, say something to venue staff or police immediately.
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Zero Tolerance: The courts are increasingly handing down custodial sentences for “creeps” who think they can violate women with impunity.
As Manchand begins his 20-month stint behind bars, the streets of Soho are a little safer today. But for the 20 women he targeted in a single night of madness, the “disgusting face” of this predator will be a memory they never asked for—and one they will never forget.
