LEE PATRICK FROM METHIL CONVICTED OF RAPE AT LIVINGSTON COURT

A 24-year-old man named Lee Patrick, hailing from the town of Methil, has been found guilty of a serious sexual assault that took place during a social gathering. The incident involved a 22-year-old woman who was heavily intoxicated with alcohol and drugs, rendering her unable to give informed consent. The court proceedings revealed the disturbing details of the assault, which occurred on the night of October 13, 2018.

Despite Patrick’s insistence on his innocence, claiming that he had not engaged in any sexual activity with the victim, the jury at the High Court in Livingston rejected his defense and convicted him of the charges. The case was built on compelling testimony from another guest present at the party, who witnessed the assault firsthand. This witness confronted Patrick at the scene, calling him a 'dirty b*****d,' and provided crucial evidence that contributed to the conviction.

The victim, who was under the influence of ecstasy and alcohol, recounted her harrowing experience of waking multiple times during the assault. She described her state as confused and alarmed, unable to articulate what was happening. She recalled feeling as if pins and needles were coursing through her body and feeling like a 'dead weight.' When she finally confronted Patrick, he attempted to kiss her despite her protests, which she described as a moment of clear distress. She also tried to seek help from a friend, asking, ‘What the f*** is going on?’

Her account detailed how she had fallen asleep after consuming substances at the party, only to wake up repeatedly to the horrifying realization that she was being raped. The assault escalated as Patrick became increasingly aggressive, prompting her to explicitly state that he had raped her. Her testimony was a key element in securing the conviction.

Following the verdict, Patrick was remanded in custody and has been placed on the Sex Offenders’ Register. The court has scheduled his sentencing for October 6, where Judge Simon Collins has ordered that background reports be prepared before the final decision is made. The case underscores the serious consequences of such crimes and highlights the importance of justice for victims of sexual assault.