Ruaraidh McCartney

29, Male Custodial - 8y 2023-08-01

Offender ID: 2249b1e7-d78f-49e9-82d4-6db95a708cb9

Offence Summary

Ruaraidh McCartney was found guilty of raping three women and sentenced to eight years in prison for serious sexual offences committed between 2011 and 2021 in Stirlingshire and Perthshire.

Full Description

Ruaraidh McCartney, a 29-year-old man, has been imprisoned for eight years following his conviction on multiple counts of serious sexual offences, specifically rapes involving three women. The offences took place over a decade in the regions of Stirlingshire and Perthshire, Scotland, spanning from 2011 to 2021.

The trial concluded on Wednesday, 5 July, at the High Court in Glasgow, where McCartney was found guilty. Sentencing occurred subsequently on Tuesday, 1 August, at the High Court in Lanark. This case highlights a pattern of predatory behaviour, as described by Detective Inspector Forbes Wilson of Police Scotland, who characterised McCartney as a 'dangerous and predatory individual' responsible for 'appalling' conduct against multiple victims over an extended period.

According to the official statement from Police Scotland, the conviction is expected to provide some closure for the affected women, enabling them to progress in their lives. The investigation was thorough, underscoring Police Scotland's commitment to pursuing justice in sexual violence cases, irrespective of the time elapsed since the incidents.

Source: Police Scotland news release, August 2023. Quote from Detective Inspector Forbes Wilson: '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.'

Location

Case Details

Police Force: Police Scotland

Sentence Length: 8 years (Custodial)

Expected Release: August 2029
Guideline: ~75% served for ≥4 years, ~50% otherwise. Estimates only.

Full Sentence End: August 2031
If served in full. Estimates only.

Name heritage (predicted origin)

Country: United Kingdom

Confidence: 95%

Special Thanks

A huge thank you to Police Scotland for their tireless dedication in bringing this offender to justice. Your commitment and hard work truly help keep our communities safe, and we are deeply grateful.

Source: scotland.police.uk

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