Man sentenced for non-recent sexual offences in the Stirling area

Police Scotland has acknowledged the conviction and sentencing of Steven Connal in relation to non-recent sexual offences against children.

The 41-year-old from Stirlingshire was found guilty in March of a number of offences committed between 1993 and 2006 across the Stirling area following a trial at the High Court in Stirling.

He was sentenced today (Wednesday, 31 May, 2023) at the High Court in Glasgow to nine years imprisonment.

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.

“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.”