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Drug dealer snared by cops after taking “unusual route” round Paisley streets avoids jail
In Paisley, a drug dealer named Thomas Barclay narrowly avoided jail after being apprehended by police for taking an “unusual route” through the streets. The 38-year-old aroused suspicion when he drove his BMW through various streets in a manner that suggested he was unfamiliar with the area. Police stopped Barclay’s vehicle for a routine check…
Scots benefits cheat caught doing 5ks while stealing £67k taxpayer cash freed from jail after six months
A fraudster who claimed £67,062.50 in benefits by pretending to have mobility issues was caught running 5k races while boasting about her physical abilities. Annette Bond, 50, was initially sentenced to two years in jail, but has been released after only serving six months following an appeal. Bond, who had been deceiving the benefits agency…
North Lanarkshire Council report details recent work carried out by offenders
North Lanarkshire Council Report Highlights Work Undertaken by Offenders An annual report from North Lanarkshire Council has shed light on the recent efforts of offenders completing community payback orders in the region. Community payback orders are alternative sentences that mandate individuals to carry out work for the benefit of their community, rather than serving time…
Edinburgh footpath along river taped off as forensic officers comb scene and tent erected
Forensic Officers Investigate Incident Along River Path in Edinburgh A footpath along a river in Edinburgh has been cordoned off by police as forensic officers comb the scene and erect a tent. The incident occurred near St Bernard’s Well at the Water of Leith in Edinburgh at approximately 2.45pm on Thursday. Pictures shared by Edinburgh…
River City star who punched and spat on woman in club brawl escapes punishment
River City Star Escapes Punishment After Club Brawl A River City actor who punched and spat on a woman during a club brawl has avoided punishment for the attack. Brian Leys, known for his role as Ash in the BBC Scotland soap opera, was found guilty of assaulting Shannon Devine at his mother’s birthday party.…
Man charged after cops seize £95k worth of heroin from Lanarkshire properties
Man arrested after police seize £95k worth of heroin from Lanarkshire properties A man has been arrested and charged after police recovered £95,000 worth of heroin from properties across Lanarkshire. Police officers acting under warrant searched addresses in Catherine Way, Taylor Avenue, and Sherry Avenue in Motherwell, as well as in Arbuckle Road in Plains.…
Skye shooting suspect ‘stabbed wife’ in ‘moment of madness’
Skye shooting suspect ‘stabbed wife’ in ‘moment of madness’ A man accused of a shooting incident on the Isle of Skye claimed he stabbed his wife in a “moment of madness” after discovering text messages suggesting she planned to leave him. The High Court in Edinburgh heard that Finlay MacDonald, facing charges of murder and…
Pregnant mum jailed for faking child’s DNA test results in bid to block dad from visits
A pregnant mother has been sentenced to nearly three years in prison for falsifying DNA test results in an attempt to prevent the biological father from seeing his child. The mother, Georgina Saville, who holds a Masters’ degree in forensic psychology, manipulated a DNA test to falsely claim that her new boyfriend was the father…
Wishaw thug jailed for “unprovoked” attack on innocent dog walker
A man from Wishaw has been sentenced to 20 months in jail for what was described as a “vicious and unprovoked” attack on an innocent dog walker. Kieran O’Dwyer, aged 30, carried out the assault on June 4 in Northmuir Drive, Wishaw. The victim was walking his dog when O’Dwyer knocked him to the ground…
‘We’ve got a baby in the car’ Drug gang couple’s fake 999 call amid £250m bust
A drug gang couple made a fake 999 call, claiming a kidnapping, in an attempt to halt a £250 million drug bust. Erin Lee and Michael Hardie hoped to disrupt the investigation into their drug ring, but their plan failed. The scheme led to the arrest of seven more individuals involved in the narcotics gang…