JAMES MCCALL SENTENCED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULTS IN LANARKSHIRE

A man aged 49, James McCall, has been formally sentenced in connection with a series of serious sexual offenses that spanned over a decade in Lanarkshire. The crimes, which occurred between 2007 and 2019, involved multiple victims and included heinous acts of sexual violence.

On Wednesday, 16 April, 2025, the High Court in Glasgow found McCall guilty of nine separate charges. These charges comprised four counts of rape and two counts of assault, all committed against two women. The court's judgment resulted in McCall receiving a substantial extended sentence of 17 years, with a specific focus on 12 years of imprisonment. This means that he will serve a significant period behind bars, reflecting the severity of his crimes.

In addition to his prison sentence, James McCall's name has been officially added to the sex offenders register, a measure designed to monitor and restrict his activities following his conviction. This step underscores the seriousness with which the justice system treats sexual offenses and aims to protect the community from potential future harm.

Detective Inspector Gary Smillie, representing the Lanarkshire Public Protection Unit, issued a statement emphasizing the nature of McCall's actions. He described McCall as an abusive individual who has demonstrated no remorse for his violent and abusive conduct. Inspector Smillie acknowledged the profound impact these crimes have had on the victims and praised their bravery in coming forward to report the offenses and participate in the investigation.

He expressed hope that the sentencing would serve as some form of acknowledgment for the victims' suffering and provide them with a measure of comfort as they attempt to rebuild their lives. Inspector Smillie reaffirmed the police's commitment to justice, stating that they are dedicated to bringing perpetrators of sexual and physical abuse to account, regardless of how much time has elapsed since the crimes were committed.

Furthermore, he urged anyone with concerns or relevant information to contact Police Scotland via the non-emergency number 101 or to reach out to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111, where anonymity can be maintained. The police continue to work closely with partner agencies to support victims and ensure thorough investigations into such serious offenses.