SANDEEP SANDHU SENTENCED TO 12 YEARS FOR RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT IN LOTHIAN AND EDINBURGH

On Monday, November 6, 2023, the High Court in Edinburgh delivered a severe sentence to Sandeep Sandhu, a 35-year-old man from Lothian, who was convicted of multiple serious sexual offences committed against two women. The court's decision came after a detailed trial held in October 2023, during which Sandhu was found guilty of five separate charges, including two counts of rape.

These heinous acts took place over a span of nearly three years, from December 2018 to July 2021, with incidents occurring in both the West Lothian and Edinburgh areas. The crimes involved invasive and traumatic assaults that left lasting scars on the victims, whose identities have been protected by law.

Sandhu’s arrest was made in January 2022, following a courageous report from one of the women, who came forward to police to detail her experience. Her bravery prompted a thorough investigation, which led to the identification and tracing of a second victim, further establishing the pattern of Sandhu’s offending behavior.

Throughout the legal proceedings, the court heard the disturbing details of the offences, emphasizing the gravity of Sandhu’s actions and the impact on the victims’ lives. The judge ultimately sentenced him to 12 years in prison, reflecting the seriousness of the crimes and the need for justice for the victims in the Lothian region.