A 55-year-old man, Robert Mackinnon Stirling, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the domestic and sexual abuse of two women.
Robert Mackinnon Stirling was sentenced at the High Court in Inverness today, Wednesday, 19 March, 2025. He was also given a lifetime non-harassment order in respect of the victims and will be placed on the Sex Offenders Register.
He was previously convicted at the same court on Monday, 17 February, 2025, for violent and sexual offences, including rape, committed between 2004 and 2022 in the Inner Hebrides, Ross-shire and Moray Firth areas.
Detective Sergeant Laura MacKay said: “Robert Mackinnon Stirling is an abusive individual who subjected his victims to years of horrific offending, and he will now face the consequences of his actions.
“We acknowledge how difficult these enquiries can be for victims and would like to thank them in coming forward and assisting in bringing Stirling to justice.
“I hope today’s outcome provides them, and their families, with some sense of closure as they move forward with their lives.
“Domestic abuse can cause lasting harm and tackling this type of offending remains a priority for Police Scotland
“I would encourage anyone who has experienced domestic or sexual abuse to report it to Police Scotland. Every report is taken seriously and will be fully investigated, with support available from partner agencies, including Rape Crisis Scotland and Scottish Women’s Aid.”
Anyone with concerns about domestic or sexual abuse is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101, or in an emergency, always dial 999. Reports can also be made anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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