William King sentenced for non-recent sexual offences against children

A man responsible for the non-recent sexual abuse of children has been jailed.

At the High Court in Glasgow on Monday, 21 March, 2022, William King was sentenced to six years in prison following the incidents, which took place during the 80s and early 2000s.

Officers from the Capital’s Public Protection Unit launched an investigation after a number of survivors came forward to report the abuse committed by him.

As a result of these inquiries, King was arrested and charged in 2020, before being found guilty last month of various sexual assaults against two young females and one young male.

Detective Inspector Jonny Wright from Police Scotland said: “The survivors of King’s horrific sexual abuse have shown great courage in coming forward with vital information, which ultimately led to his conviction.

“His actions were appalling and he will now face justice for the offences he committed.

“All reports of sexual assault, regardless of the passage of time, will be thoroughly investigated by Police Scotland and victims will be supported throughout. Should you wish to report a sexual crime to Police Scotland, then please do so via 101, by making an anonymous report to the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”