Locations
Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Sutherland
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Aberdeenshire Rapist Paul Patrick Jailed for Life
Paul Patrick, 61, has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of eight years and six months before parole consideration after being convicted of 19 sex offences committed over 17 years.
The High Court in Edinburgh imposed the sentence on Wednesday, May 27, along with an Order of Lifelong Restriction for crimes against two women and four girls.
The offences, which included two rapes, five sexual assaults, lewd behaviour, indecent communications and breaching bail, took place between 2006 and 2023 in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Sutherland and at Pawz N Klawz Pet Supplies in Aboyne.
Detective Inspector Kerry McCombie, of the North East Division’s Public Protection Unit, said:
"Patrick believed he was above the law, carrying out a sustained pattern of abuse over many years, but he will now faces the consequences of his despicable actions.
"I want to recognise the strength shown by the victims in coming forward and supporting the investigation. I hope this outcome provides them with some sense of justice and reassurance.
"Police Scotland remains committed to supporting victims of sexual abuse and brining perpetrators to justice, no matter how much time has passed.
"I would encourage anyone who has experienced or experiencing abuse to report it. You will be listened to and supported."