In 2022, the Offender Register reported that Scott Beattie, THEN 45, of Peterlee, was convicted of attempted rape and sentenced to four years and nine months in prison at Durham Crown Court.
Durham Constabulary said the victim awoke to find Scott Beattie pulling her underwear down and attempting to rape her last year.
Detective Constable Ben Slater, who led the police investigation, said: “We are pleased that Beattie is now in prison where he can no longer pose a danger to any other woman.
“I would like to thank the victim in this case for the bravery she has shown in reporting Beattie to the police and being prepared to stand up and give evidence against him.
“Anyone who has been the victim of a sexual offence can have confidence that if they come forward to us, we will fully investigate the case”.
Beattie, of Hampshire Place, was also given a 10-year restraining order.
RELEASED – 2026
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