Ruari Patterson

Ruari Patterson, 21, from Angus, was convicted for possessing child abuse videos categorised as the most graphic and severe type available. This young offender's retention of extreme material indicates early involvement in serious sexual offences against children.

His case was entered on 17 March 2024 (O-7233) in the offenders.org.uk database, following a police seizure of devices containing the videos. Police Scotland's investigation classified the content as top-tier in depravity, underscoring the urgent need for intervention. Patterson's age at conviction highlights the challenges in addressing youth-onset paedophilia.

The evidential basis included forensic analysis confirming the videos' nature. Formal sentencing addressed the possession, with registration ensuring monitoring. Details of the sentence length are not provided, but the case contributes to efforts against extreme child exploitation content.