ANGUS ROBERTSON FROM GREENOCK SENTENCED TO 10 YEARS FOR HORRIFIC SEX CRIMES IN INVERCLYDE

In a case that has shocked the Inverclyde community, 67-year-old Angus Robertson, a resident of Greenock, has been sentenced to a decade behind bars for a series of heinous sexual offenses spanning over four decades. The lengthy and disturbing criminal history includes abuse of both children and adult women, with incidents dating back to the early 1970s and continuing into 2013.

Robertson’s criminal activities came to light after a thorough police investigation, which was initiated following reports and suspicions about his conduct. The High Court in Edinburgh heard detailed accounts of his predatory behavior, which involved multiple victims across various locations within the Inverclyde area. The court was informed that Robertson’s first known victim was a young girl, only four years old at the time, whom he began abusing in the early 1970s. This abuse persisted until June 1996, with Robertson engaging in lewd acts and sexual assault at different points during this period.

Further details revealed that Robertson’s pattern of violence and sexual misconduct extended beyond his initial victim. He also subjected another young girl, who was 11 years old at the time, to sexual assault and physical violence between June 1979 and June 1987. These assaults took place at various locations in Greenock, including at a residence where he pushed her against a glass door and repeatedly struck her during the course of the abuse.

In addition to his crimes against minors, Robertson also attacked adult women. Between January 1996 and November 2010, he engaged in both sexual and physical assaults at different locations across Scotland. The court heard that he raped one woman multiple times between January 2005 and May 2011, with these incidents occurring at various sites throughout the country. His violent tendencies were not limited to women; he also physically assaulted a seven-year-old boy on numerous occasions from September 2001 to September 2010, kicking and slapping him during these attacks.

The court proceedings also detailed Robertson’s continued predatory behavior into the 2010s. Between January 2011 and January 2013, he repeatedly raped and attempted to rape the same woman in the Greenock area, subjecting her to ongoing sexual violence. These acts of abuse, spanning over four decades, highlight a pattern of deeply disturbing and calculated predation.

During the sentencing hearing, Judge Lord Clark emphasized the severity of Robertson’s actions and the threat he posed to society. A social worker’s report described Robertson as a “serious” risk to women and children, which influenced the judge’s decision to impose a substantial custodial sentence. The judge stated that there was no alternative but to send Robertson to prison to protect the public and to serve as a deterrent to others. He ordered Robertson to be supervised by authorities for three years following his release from prison.

At the trial, Robertson denied all allegations, maintaining his innocence. However, after an eight-day trial, the jury convicted him of 18 charges, including sexual assault, rape, and physical violence. The court’s findings painted a picture of a man who had systematically exploited and harmed vulnerable victims over many years. As part of his sentence, Robertson was also placed on the Sex Offenders Register for life, ensuring ongoing monitoring of his activities to prevent further harm.

In conclusion, the case of Angus Robertson underscores the importance of vigilant law enforcement and judicial systems in addressing long-standing abuse. His conviction and sentencing serve as a stark reminder of the devastating impact such predatory behavior has on victims and the community at large.