Lecture Notes: Purple Aki
Introduction
- Akinwale Oluwafolajimi Oluwatope Arobieke, commonly known as Purple Aki.
- Born on 15 July 1961 in Crumpsall, Lancashire, England.
- Known for criminal convictions related to harassment, particularly involving young men's muscles.
Background
- Born to a Nigerian mother, father unknown, placed in care at six months.
- Worked as a cleaner and messenger in adulthood.
Criminal Convictions and Legal Issues
Manslaughter Conviction
- 1986: Alleged involvement in the death of Gary Kelly at New Brighton railway.
- Convicted of involuntary manslaughter; conviction later overturned.
- Awarded compensation due to alleged racial overtones in prosecution.
Harassment and Witness Intimidation
- 2001: Charged with multiple counts of indecent assault and harassment.
- 2003: Convicted and sentenced to six years.
- Notable for intimidating witnesses; some placed under protection.
Sexual Offences Prevention Order (SOPO)
- 2006: Imposed a SOPO despite no sexual offence conviction.
- Restrictions included bans on touching muscles and loitering.
- Order lifted in 2016 due to lack of sexual motivation in recent incidents.
Legal Battles and Public Perception
- Allegations of racial discrimination across legal proceedings.
- Attempted legal actions against BBC for a documentary perceived as racist.
- Multiple court cases involving alleged breaches of the SOPO.
Civil Case Against Greater Manchester Police
- 2022: Awarded settlement in a civil case for malicious prosecution.
- Claimed targeting by specific officers leading to false charges.
Public Attention and Media
- Subject of a BBC documentary highlighting his activities.
- Received public notoriety and controversial media coverage.
- Various public incidents involving alleged harassment.
Conclusion
- Despite numerous legal challenges, Arobieke has never been convicted of a sexual offence.
- His actions and their legal consequences have sparked debates on racial discrimination and legal boundaries in harassment cases.
These notes cover the significant points related to Akinwale Arobieke's legal history, public perception, and ongoing legal battles. The focus is on summarizing his criminal convictions, legal proceedings, and the societal implications of his actions.