On Monday, 19 January 2026, the Offender Database reported that Craig Murray, 21, was jailed for five years and six months for a serious sexual assault. Murray appeared at the High Court in Edinburgh for sentencing following an investigation into a traumatic incident in West Lothian.
The investigation by Police Scotland revealed that the offence was committed against a teenage girl on Sunday, 1 January 2023. The attack took place at a property in Livingston, West Lothian, during what detectives described as a deeply traumatic ordeal for the young victim.
Abhorrent Actions and Jury Verdict
Despite the serious evidence gathered by the Public Protection Unit, the case proceeded to trial. On Tuesday, 9 December 2025, a jury at the High Court in Edinburgh found Murray guilty of the serious sexual assault.
Detective Inspector Tommy Stenhouse emphasised that the incident had a profound and lasting impact on the victim. He noted that Murray has now been held accountable for his abhorrent actions, which were thoroughly investigated by officers dedicated to bringing such predators to justice.
Sentence and Registration
The judge emphasised the gravity of the assault against the teenage girl. For his serious and vile crimes, Craig Murray was:
- Sentenced to five years and six months in prison.
- Ordered to sign the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely.
- Made subject to an indefinite Non-Harassment Order.
Monitoring and Public Protection
Murray will be managed under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) by Police Scotland upon his release. His residency in Livingston, West Lothian, and his future behaviour will be under serious lifelong scrutiny.
The indefinite Non-Harassment Order serves as a permanent legal barrier to protect the victim from any further contact or distress. Any dishonest attempt by Murray to breach these conditions or re-offend will result in his immediate arrest and return to the High Court for further severe sentencing.
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