David Cairney jailed for attempted murder in Elgin
A 35-year-old man convicted with the attempted murder of a woman in Elgin has been sentenced.
David Cairney received a sentenced of 10 years and six months in prison at the High Court in Dundee on Thursday, 8 August, 2024. He previously pleaded guilty at the High Court in Glasgow on Friday, 28 June.
Police were called to a property in the town around 7.50pm on Tuesday, 15 February, 2022, following reports that a woman had been seriously assaulted. She was taken to hospital for the treatment of life-threatening injuries.
Detective Sergeant Robert Williams said: “This was a sustained, brutal, and violent attack which left Cairney’s victim with life-threatening injuries. He must now face the consequences of his despicable actions.
“We hope this outcome brings some measure of justice and closure to the victim.
“Such acts of violence will not be tolerated, and Police Scotland remains committed to pursuing those responsible of such crimes, bringing them to justice."
