Man sentenced for sexual assaults in Fife

A 40-year-old man has been sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh to 15 years in prison for sexual offences and violence against women and children in Fife.

He has also been placed on the Sex Offenders Register.

George Blackwood was found guilty of sexually abusing and assaulting women and children between 2001 and 2022.

Detective Constable David Adamson, from Fife’s Public Protection Unit, said “George Blackwood is a dangerous individual who will now face the consequences of his despicable actions.

“I commend the strength of the victims for coming forward and hope the sentence will bring some comfort as they try to move forward.

“I would urge anyone who has been the victim of sexual violence to come forward, no matter how much time has passed, and report it to police. Be assured we will fully investigate and you will be supported by police and our partner agencies.”