Man who carried out 'abhorrent' sex attacks in West Lothian and Falkirk jailed for 8 years

Riley Kirk was found guilty of six charges of rape and sexual assault against four victims, who were aged 14, 16, 17 and 17, when he appeared at Edinburgh’s High Court on May 26.

He appeared at the same court on Monday, June 30, where he was sentenced to eight years in jail. He was also placed on the Sex Offenders Register.

His crimes were carried out between October 2019, when he was just 14, and January 2023, just days before he turned 18.

Riley Kirk has been jailed | Police Scotland

On sentencing, Lord Harrower said: “You are still only 20. I have taken your youth and immaturity into account when accessing culpability, just as I do your victims’ youth and immaturity when assessing harm.

“I have been provided with victim impact statements from three of the young women you raped. They explain the significant effect which your attacks have had on their mental health, their education and employment, and ultimately their hopes for the future. It is a reasonable assumption that your other victim will have suffered similar harm.”

Detective Constable Marc Lunn said: "Riley Kirk is now facing the consequences of his abhorrent actions.

"This outcome was made possible thanks to the victims who came forward and reported him. I commend them for the strength they have shown during the investigation and court proceedings. Our thoughts remain with them, and I hope this sentencing offers them some comfort as they move forward with their lives.

"I would also like to reassure our communities that we are committed to investigating all reports of sexual crimes and remain determined to bring those responsible to justice. I urge anyone who has been the victim of any offence of this nature to contact us - you will be fully supported by our officers and partner agencies."