A man has today been sentenced to 10 years at Edinburgh High Court.
Michael Harris, aged 60, was convicted on Thursday, January 8, for several offences including rape, sexual assault and the taking, making and possession of indecent images of children.
These incidents happened over the course of a number of years, and involved several young complainers.
Edinburgh Division’s Child Protection Team, who undertook this investigation, worked relentlessly to bring Harris to justice.
Detective Inspector Morag Bruce said: “The crimes perpetrated by Harris showed an utter disregard for the victims wellbeing. It is hoped that this sentence will provide some closure to those involved.
“Police Scotland welcome this sentence as it sends out a clear message that this type of offending will not be tolerated. We will rigorously investigate those who perpetrate sexual crimes and hope that this will give victims the confidence to come forward.”
John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.
