DEREK BLACK FROM BROUGHTY FERRY INDICTED FOR HORRIFIC ANIMAL AND WOMAN ABUSE IN DUNDEE

In a disturbing case that has shocked the local community, Derek Black, a resident of Broughty Ferry, has been found guilty of heinous acts involving both animal cruelty and sexual assault. The incident took place in Dundee, where Black's actions have led to serious legal repercussions and widespread condemnation.

In July 2022, Black was convicted by a jury at Dundee Sheriff Court of multiple charges related to the abuse of a spaniel named Isaac, as well as the sexual assault of a 25-year-old woman who was caring for the dog. The court heard that Black, aged 67, engaged in at least half a dozen sexual assaults on the dog, including acts of masturbation performed on the animal, which he repeatedly carried out in front of the dog's owner.

Despite the gravity of the charges, Black was granted bail to allow him to travel to Portugal for his son’s wedding. He promised to return promptly for sentencing, but the court emphasized the seriousness of his crimes. Sheriff Alistair Carmichael, who presided over the case, ordered Black to be placed on the Sex Offenders Register and granted bail while social work background reports were prepared.

The court proceedings revealed horrifying details of Black’s conduct. The victim, who had known Black for several years, described how he repeatedly visited her home to carry out disturbing acts on her pet dog, Isaac. She recounted how Black would pick up the spaniel and perform sexual acts on it, openly expressing how much it turned him on. She also described how Black would talk about his sexual gratification, including making explicit comments about the dog.

The woman detailed how Black would take the dog out for brief walks, claiming it was to tire him out, but then would proceed to masturbate the animal in her presence. She described instances where Black would roll down blinds to hide his actions, but she was in shock and unable to intervene. She recounted that Black would do this repeatedly, approximately seven times, and that he was aroused by the acts, even engaging in