ARBROATH MAN NORMAN MATHIESON CAUGHT IN SEXUAL GROOMING SCHEME WITH 14-YEAR-OLD GIRL

Norman George Mathieson, aged 65 and residing on Keptie Road in Arbroath, has admitted to serious criminal charges related to his inappropriate and illegal communications with a minor. The charges stem from his actions involving a 14-year-old girl, whom he engaged with through social media platforms, specifically Facebook.

Mathieson was found to have created a fictitious online persona under the alias "Mr Bean". This fake account was used as a tool to groom and establish a sexualized communication with the young girl, who is legally protected from identification due to her age. The court proceedings revealed that Mathieson’s interactions with the girl were not only inappropriate but also deeply disturbing in nature.

According to the evidence presented, Mathieson had planned to meet the girl after school hours, along with her friend, indicating a calculated attempt to meet her in person. The case also uncovered that he had sent explicit photographs to the girl, including images of his genitals, and had described in explicit detail what he intended to do to her. These actions constitute serious violations of the law and highlight the extent of his misconduct.

The court has scheduled the sentencing for July 17, 2025. The delay is due to ongoing investigations, including the examination of additional evidence such as indecent images of children, which have been uncovered and are currently under review by the Procurator Fiscal. This further investigation underscores the gravity of the case and the authorities’ commitment to thoroughly prosecuting such offenses.