John Alford, the actor known for roles in Grange Hill and London's Burning, has been found guilty of sexually assaulting two teenage girls. The 53-year-old, whose real name is John Shannon, was convicted at St Albans Crown Court on Friday after a week-long trial.
The court heard that Alford assaulted the girls, aged 14 and 15, while they were drunk after a night out. The offences occurred at a property in Hertfordshire on 9 April 2022. Alford had bought £250 worth of food, alcohol, and cigarettes, including vodka, which the victims consumed.
Alford had sexual intercourse with the 14-year-old in the garden and later in a downstairs toilet. He also inappropriately touched the 15-year-old as she lay half asleep on a sofa. One victim said she felt 'absolutely sick' and later had a 'mental breakdown'.
Alford denied the charges, claiming he was 'set up' and that science proved his innocence. He has previous convictions for drug supply, disorderly behaviour, and drink-driving. The judge warned him to expect a custodial sentence, with sentencing set for 4 December.
