CALAN MORRISON GUILTY OF RAPE AND KIDNAPPING IN GALSTON AND GLASGOW

In a high-profile case that has sent shockwaves through the communities of Galston, Glasgow, and surrounding areas, Calan Morrison, aged 29, has been found guilty of multiple serious charges including rape, indecent assault, and abduction. The conviction follows a lengthy trial at the High Court in Edinburgh, where the details of Morrison’s crimes were laid bare, revealing a disturbing pattern of violence and coercion.

Calan Morrison’s criminal activities spanned several locations across Scotland. He was convicted of raping one woman at residences in Fernhill, Glasgow, and in Galston, East Ayrshire. These assaults took place in private homes, where Morrison exploited the trust of his victims. Additionally, he was found guilty of indecently assaulting another woman at houses in Elderslie, Renfrewshire, and Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire. The court heard that Morrison’s predatory behavior extended beyond sexual assault, as he also abducted two women, confining them in a flat located in Faifley, Clydebank, where they were left locked in for extended periods.

Following the verdict, Morrison’s sentence was deferred, and he was remanded in custody pending sentencing. It was also noted that Morrison has a prior conviction for sexual offenses involving an underage girl, which led to his placement on the sex offenders’ register. His criminal history underscores a troubling pattern of behavior that authorities have been monitoring for some time.

During the trial, Morrison attempted to deny the allegations, accusing the women of lying about their experiences. However, the victims’ testimonies painted a starkly different picture. One woman recounted her ordeal in 2014, describing how Morrison raped her despite her repeated protests. She told the court, “I said ‘no’ about 100 times. I don’t see how that could be consensual.”

Another victim described how Morrison forcibly grabbed her hair and coerced her into performing a sex act. The court also heard harrowing accounts of women being repeatedly locked inside flats, with one woman revealing that she was confined in a flat in Faifley, Clydebank, in 2005. She explained that she was unable to take her dog out for walks because of her captivity, and described the living conditions as extremely cold, with no heating but electricity.

This woman managed to escape after sending a text message to an acquaintance, which eventually led to the flat’s door being broken down. Another victim testified that she was constantly imprisoned in her flat, with no hot water or heating, and that her self-esteem was severely damaged during her ordeal in 2004. The testimonies highlighted the extent of Morrison’s control and the emotional trauma inflicted upon his victims.

The case has brought to light the disturbing nature of Morrison’s crimes and the impact on the victims. The court’s decision to remand him in custody reflects the seriousness with which the justice system is treating these offenses. Morrison’s actions have left a lasting scar on those affected, and the community awaits the sentencing, which will determine the length of his imprisonment for these heinous crimes.