A Scots charity has been left devastated after callous thieves stole furniture worth £1,000 from a new base that will support people suffering from addiction.
01.08.2023 - 14:21 / dailyrecord.co.uk
A man described as a "dangerous and predatory" individual by police has been jailed after raping three women over a decade.
Ruaraidh McCartney, 29, was found guilty of serious sexual offences on July 5 at the High Court in Glasgow. The offences were committed in Stirlingshire and Perthshire between 2011 and 2021.
He was sentenced on Tuesday, August 1, at the High Court in Lanark and was jailed for eight years for his crimes.
Detective Inspector Forbes Wilson said: “McCartney is a dangerous and predatory individual who has committed serious sexual offences against a number of women over an extended period of time.
“His conduct has been appalling and I hope his conviction will allow the women involved to move forward with their lives.
“I would urge anyone who has been the victim of sexual violence to come forward and report it to us, regardless of the passage of time.
“We, working with partner agencies, will support you through the process, investigate thoroughly and bring those responsible to justice.”
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A Scots charity has been left devastated after callous thieves stole furniture worth £1,000 from a new base that will support people suffering from addiction.
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