Malcolm Lamont was sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh earlier this week.
A 34-year-old man has been jailed for seven years in connection with a series of serious sexual offences in North Lanarkshire .His offences, including the rape and sexual assault of young girls, took place between 2008 and 2014.Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire ’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.
The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Detective Sergeant Kevin Sherry, of Lanarkshire Child Abuse Investigation Unit, said: “Lamont is a predator who will now rightly face the consequences of his deplorable actions.
“He showed utter disregard for the impact his crimes would have on his victims and I want to commend them for reporting these offences to us.“Police Scotland is committed to bringing the perpetrators of sexual abuse to justice, regardless of the passage of time, and we will continue to work closely with our partners to ensure victims are provided with all the relevant assistance they may require.” And did you know Lanarkshire Live had its own app? Download yours for free here.
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