SCOTT MATHIESON AND SHOCKING EXPOSES IN LANARKSHIRE AND EAST KILBRIDE
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Lanarkshire Sexual Abuser
Scott Mathieson, a 52-year-old man with a long-standing interest in cross-dressing and women’s clothing, has been convicted of a series of disturbing incidents that took place within the Lanarkshire area, specifically targeting vulnerable women in East Kilbride. Mathieson, who resides in Bishopbriggs, Glasgow, was accused of stalking and conduct that was deemed threatening and abusive. His actions over a three-month period left two elderly women in terror, prompting a police investigation and eventual court proceedings.
The troubling events unfolded between June and September of the previous year, when Mathieson prowled the streets of East Kilbride dressed in women's clothing, often under the cover of darkness. His target included a 73-year-old woman, who was alarmed when she saw footage from her doorbell camera showing a man approaching her front door and attempting to open it. Not long after, Mathieson returned to her residence and behaved in a suggestive and invasive manner, flashing his chest and rubbing a breast, which was artificial. He also shook these artificial breasts before walking away, leaving the victim understandably shaken.
In a subsequent visit, Mathieson was caught on camera peering into her bedroom window, further increasing the distress for the woman, who reported these incidents to the police. Despite efforts to trace him, officers were initially unsuccessful in locating him. It was later revealed that he had targeted another woman, aged 92, by opening his jacket to expose his artificial breasts to her in a similar manner, intensifying the pattern of troubling behaviour.
Law enforcement authorities ultimately identified Mathieson after spotting him in public wearing a female bodysuit, a dark wig, and glasses, which confirmed suspicions regarding his activities. He was subsequently arrested and brought before Hamilton Sheriff Court, where he pleaded guilty to charges of stalking and threatening or abusive behaviour. The court heard that Mathieson’s fascination with feminine attire dates back to childhood, as he developed an interest in women's clothing at the age of five. He frequently attends LGBTQ clubs, where he dresses as a woman to explore his identity. Though he claims that dressing in this way helps him express himself, he maintains that he still identifies as male and was unaware that his actions might cause fear or alarm to his victims.
During sentencing, Deputy Fiscal Rebecca Clark emphasized the vulnerable nature of the women involved, stating, “The complainants are both vulnerable women, and he was trying the door handle of one of their properties. The conduct involved him cupping, rubbing, and shaping artificial breasts, which were notably large with protruding nipples, indicating some element of deviance.”
Defense lawyer Gregor Jarrott acknowledged his client’s conduct, stating that Mathieson fully accepts responsibility and recognizes the potential impact of his actions. Jarrott explained that Mathieson has had longstanding identity issues but continues to see himself as a man. He expressed that there was no breach of trust or direct contact with the victims, asserting that Mathieson believed his activities took place at night when he thought no one was observing him. He characterized Mathieson’s behaviour as a private expression of himself, rather than an attempt to harm.
Sheriff Louise Gallacher sentenced Mathieson to two years of supervision in lieu of immediate custody, considering his behaviour’s serious nature. She also ordered him to be placed on the sex offenders' register for the same duration, recognizing the sexual element involved in his conduct. Additionally, Mathieson was ordered to pay £1,000 in compensation to the 73-year-old woman and £500 to the 92-year-old woman as part of the court’s measures.
The sheriff concluded by condemning his actions, stating, “This is a very serious offence committed over a three-month period where you exposed two elderly and vulnerable females to behaviour which caused them considerable fear and alarm. For one, it has had an adverse impact on her mental wellbeing. I have no hesitation in concluding this was done for your sexual gratification, and your behaviour indicates an underlying deviance from which society must be protected.”
Prosecutors accepted a not guilty plea to a third charge, which involved causing a 67-year-old woman in East Kilbride fear or alarm at her home and peering into her windows in July of the previous year, leaving that matter unresolved at this stage.
The troubling events unfolded between June and September of the previous year, when Mathieson prowled the streets of East Kilbride dressed in women's clothing, often under the cover of darkness. His target included a 73-year-old woman, who was alarmed when she saw footage from her doorbell camera showing a man approaching her front door and attempting to open it. Not long after, Mathieson returned to her residence and behaved in a suggestive and invasive manner, flashing his chest and rubbing a breast, which was artificial. He also shook these artificial breasts before walking away, leaving the victim understandably shaken.
In a subsequent visit, Mathieson was caught on camera peering into her bedroom window, further increasing the distress for the woman, who reported these incidents to the police. Despite efforts to trace him, officers were initially unsuccessful in locating him. It was later revealed that he had targeted another woman, aged 92, by opening his jacket to expose his artificial breasts to her in a similar manner, intensifying the pattern of troubling behaviour.
Law enforcement authorities ultimately identified Mathieson after spotting him in public wearing a female bodysuit, a dark wig, and glasses, which confirmed suspicions regarding his activities. He was subsequently arrested and brought before Hamilton Sheriff Court, where he pleaded guilty to charges of stalking and threatening or abusive behaviour. The court heard that Mathieson’s fascination with feminine attire dates back to childhood, as he developed an interest in women's clothing at the age of five. He frequently attends LGBTQ clubs, where he dresses as a woman to explore his identity. Though he claims that dressing in this way helps him express himself, he maintains that he still identifies as male and was unaware that his actions might cause fear or alarm to his victims.
During sentencing, Deputy Fiscal Rebecca Clark emphasized the vulnerable nature of the women involved, stating, “The complainants are both vulnerable women, and he was trying the door handle of one of their properties. The conduct involved him cupping, rubbing, and shaping artificial breasts, which were notably large with protruding nipples, indicating some element of deviance.”
Defense lawyer Gregor Jarrott acknowledged his client’s conduct, stating that Mathieson fully accepts responsibility and recognizes the potential impact of his actions. Jarrott explained that Mathieson has had longstanding identity issues but continues to see himself as a man. He expressed that there was no breach of trust or direct contact with the victims, asserting that Mathieson believed his activities took place at night when he thought no one was observing him. He characterized Mathieson’s behaviour as a private expression of himself, rather than an attempt to harm.
Sheriff Louise Gallacher sentenced Mathieson to two years of supervision in lieu of immediate custody, considering his behaviour’s serious nature. She also ordered him to be placed on the sex offenders' register for the same duration, recognizing the sexual element involved in his conduct. Additionally, Mathieson was ordered to pay £1,000 in compensation to the 73-year-old woman and £500 to the 92-year-old woman as part of the court’s measures.
The sheriff concluded by condemning his actions, stating, “This is a very serious offence committed over a three-month period where you exposed two elderly and vulnerable females to behaviour which caused them considerable fear and alarm. For one, it has had an adverse impact on her mental wellbeing. I have no hesitation in concluding this was done for your sexual gratification, and your behaviour indicates an underlying deviance from which society must be protected.”
Prosecutors accepted a not guilty plea to a third charge, which involved causing a 67-year-old woman in East Kilbride fear or alarm at her home and peering into her windows in July of the previous year, leaving that matter unresolved at this stage.