ABERDEEN STALKER SENT SEX TOY AND LINGERIE TO GIRL’S SCHOOL
Michael Anderson, aged 57, appeared before Aberdeen Sheriff Court where he confessed to mailing lingerie and adult items to a schoolgirl, including a note stating “saw this and thought of you”.The package, containing lubricant, cleansing wipes, and lingerie, was opened by staff at an Aberdeen school, prompting police involvement.
Anderson, employed as a plant machine operator, was identified after law enforcement reviewed CCTV footage at a city centre post office in Aberdeen and saw him mailing the parcel.
The court was informed that the teen had previously met Anderson during a work placement.
Anderson admitted to stalking her by sending the package to the school.
Prosecutor Kiril Bonavino explained that on November 15 last year, the girl was in her final class when her teacher informed her of a parcel awaiting collection at the reception.
When she retrieved the package, she was given a large brown box.
She then opened the enclosed envelope labeled “I saw this and thought of you, Michael”.
The school receptionist noticed a black box inscribed with the Ann Summers brand, commonly associated with lingerie and adult toys.
Mr Bonavino said: “The receptionist asked the girl to step outside and wait for the head teacher.
“The black box was opened separately, revealing a vibrator, wipes, lingerie, and lubricant inside.
“The head teacher then observed the items and queried the girl about them.
“She appeared upset and identified Anderson as the only person named Michael she knew.
Her mother and the police were contacted following this.
Further investigation showed that Parcelforce confirmed the parcel was sent from a post office located within St Nicholas shopping centre in Aberdeen.
CCTV footage showed Anderson mailing the parcel around 3 pm on November 12 at a self-service kiosk.
Authorities then visited his residence and placed him under caution.
Anderson’s defense lawyer, John McLeod, chose not to comment and requested background checks before sentencing.
Sheriff Edward Gilroy told Anderson he had committed a serious offence.
He postponed sentencing to allow for social work and risk assessments, and ordered Anderson to register as a sex offender.
