Man sentenced to 11 years imprisonment for serious sexual assaults in Fife

A 39-year-old man who was convicted of two serious sexual assaults in Fife has been jailed.

At the High Court in Stirling on Wednesday, 18 October, 2023, Steven Banks was sentenced to 11 years in prison.

He had previously been found guilty on Tuesday, 11 July, 2023, following an extensive police investigation into offences which took place between 2011 and 2016.

Detective Inspector Graeme Dursley said: “Steven Banks is a dangerous individual who will now face the consequences for his despicable actions.

“I hope the sentence today will bring some comfort to his victims and help them move forward.

“I would urge anyone who has been the victim of sexual violence to come forward and report it to us, regardless of the passage of time. We, alongside partner agencies, will support you through the process, investigate thoroughly and bring those responsible to justice.”