A STIRLINGSHIRE man has been sent to prison for “deplorable” historical sexual offences against children.
Steven Connal committed a number of offences over a 13-year period across the Stirling area.
The 41-year-old was found guilty in March at the High Court in Stirling and was sentenced to nine years imprisonment at the High Court in Glasgow on Wednesday, May 31.
Detective Inspector Forbes Wilson, of the Forth Valley Public Protection Unit, said: “We acknowledge the sentencing of Connal who will now face the consequences of his deplorable behaviour.
“Police Scotland is committed to tackling sexual offences to ensure the safety of individuals and communities.
“Cases such as this serve as a good example for those who have experienced sexual abuse that there is no time limit on when you can report these crimes.
“We will always conduct a thorough investigation, no matter how long ago the incidents occurred and we will do all we can to bring perpetrators of such offences to justice.”
The offences were committed between 1993 and 2006 across the Stirling area.
DI Wilson added: “Anyone with any concerns or information can report them to police by calling 101 or calling Crimestoppers, where anonymity can be obtained, on 0800 555 111.”
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