Yuen Lawson

Yuen Lawson, a 37-year-old man, was convicted at the High Court in Edinburgh for a series of depraved sexual offences committed against young girls in Aberdeen between 2013 and 2022. The court heard that Lawson targeted vulnerable females, including girls aged as young as 14 and 15, subjecting them to repeated rapes, sexual abuse, and violent assaults.

Prosecutors detailed how Lawson carried out his crimes at two separate addresses in the city, exploiting his victims over an extended period. Among the charges, he was found guilty of raping a 14-year-old girl and a 15-year-old girl, as well as abusing two women. The offences spanned nine years, demonstrating a pattern of predatory behaviour that deeply impacted the lives of his four victims.

• Repeated rapes of young girls aged 14 and 15
• Sexual abuse and violent assaults on women
• Crimes committed at addresses in Aberdeen

The trial, which concluded last month at the High Court in Edinburgh, resulted in Lawson being found guilty on all nine charges. Sentencing took place today, with Judge Lord [Name not specified] imposing a 12-year custodial sentence, reflecting the severity of the paedophilic and violent nature of the offences.

Detective Constable Leanne Campbell of Police Scotland commented on the case, stating: 'Lawson is a violent sexual offender and his horrific actions have deeply affected the lives of these women and girls.' She praised the victims for their courage in coming forward, noting: 'I want to acknowledge the women who provided their information to police and wish to highlight that Lawson’s conviction is down to their strength of character. I hope this sentence provides some sense of justice for them.' Campbell also emphasised Police Scotland's commitment to investigating abuse, regardless of the victim's age or the time elapsed since the incident.

The case was reported by the Daily Record, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat child sex abuse in Scotland. Lawson's conviction serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of such crimes within communities like Aberdeen.