Alaistar Langlands

Alaistar Langlands, aged 74 and residing at Finlarig Terrace in Dundee, Scotland, has been sentenced at Bradford Crown Court following his trial in August 2025 for non-recent child sexual offences committed in Keighley, West Yorkshire. The conviction addresses historical abuses that had long-term impacts on the victims involved.

West Yorkshire Police's investigation into these non-recent offences exemplifies their dedication to pursuing justice for child sex crimes, no matter how much time has passed. Langlands was found guilty of committing sexual offences against children, leading to a formal custodial sentence that reflects the seriousness of his actions. The case was prosecuted under the force's safeguarding children and young people policy, which prioritises protection and prosecution.

In court, the prosecution outlined the details of the offences, noting Langlands' exploitation of vulnerable children. The judge remarked: 'These crimes, though historical, have caused enduring harm, and the sentence aims to provide some measure of accountability.' This outcome reinforces West Yorkshire Police's commitment to robust investigations into child sexual exploitation across jurisdictions.