Man jailed for non-recent sexual offences against children between 1986 and 2004

A man has been jailed for non-recent sexual abuse across Scotland between 1986 and 2004.

Craig Menzies, 55, pleaded guilty to the offences against children in the Glasgow, Fife and Highland areas at the High Court in Glasgow on Wednesday, 29 May, 2024. He was sentenced to 12 years in prison at the same court on Tuesday, 2 July. He’ll also be supervised for a further three years on release and has been placed on the sex offenders register indefinitely.

Detective Inspector Colin Moffat, National Child Abuse Investigation Unit, said: “Menzies has admitted to a campaign of sexual violence against youngsters spanning three decades. He abused his position as a trusted adult to these children and now faces the consequences of his despicable actions.

“I hope his conviction and sentencing will offer some form of justice to those involved, who have shown incredible strength throughout the reporting and court process.

“Police Scotland is committed to tackling all forms of sexual crimes, regardless of when they occurred. I’d urge anyone who has been a victim of such offences to come forward knowing we will fully investigate and you will be supported by our specially trained officers and partner agencies.”