‘Abhorrent’ man who raped teenager in Livingston on New Year’s Day is jailed
A 21-year-old man who raped a teenage girl on New Year’s Day has been jailed has for five years and six months.
Craig Murray was sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh on Monday, January 19 and placed on the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely.
Last month, Murray was found guilty of serious sexual assault that he committed on Sunday, January 1, 2023, in Livingston. He was also made subject to an indefinite Non-Harassment Order.
Detective Inspector Tommy Stenhouse said: “This was an extremely serious and deeply traumatic incident which has had a profound and lasting impact on the victim. Murray has now been held accountable and will face the consequences of his abhorrent actions. We hope that today’s outcome helps the victim in moving forward.
“Police Scotland is committed to thoroughly investigating offences of this nature and ensuring those responsible are brought to justice. I would encourage anyone who has experienced sexual abuse to come forward – you will be listened to, supported and treated with respect.”