A series of dramatic cases unfolded in Perthshire courtrooms this week, highlighting a range of offenses from petty theft to serious neglect. Local residents were shocked by the variety of cases and the severity of some of the crimes. Arbroath Thief’s KFC Demand and Courtroom Troubles
James Pow, a 34-year-old Arbroath resident, faced multiple charges at Forfar Sheriff Court. He admitted to possessing stolen goods, including a safe and electronic devices, taken from a sheltered housing complex in Arbroath. Adding to his troubles, Pow also confessed to stealing power tools from a B&Q store on Westway Retail Park. In a bizarre turn of events, he then entered a nearby KFC with the stolen tools and insisted staff call him a taxi. He further escalated the situation by verbally threatening employees. The court revealed Pow’s extensive criminal history, with an additional 35 convictions accumulating since his initial appearance. Sentencing has been postponed until June 12th, pending good behavior. Online Sting Leads to Sex Offender Registry for Perth Man
Peter Moffat, a Perth resident previously ensnared in an online sting operation by vigilante paedophile hunters, has been added to the sex offenders register. He appeared in Perth Sheriff Court for sentencing after pleading guilty to sending inappropriate messages to someone he believed was a 13-year-old girl, but was actually a decoy account. The court ordered Moffat to remain on the register until 2030. Racist Tirade and Profanity-Laden Arrest in Perth Pub
Neil Pickard, a 44-year-old retail manager, unleashed a torrent of racist abuse and profanity after being denied entry to the Twa Tams pub on Scott Street, Perth. Pickard, who was intoxicated and struggling to eat a kebab, directed racial slurs and threats toward door staff. He then physically assaulted them, resulting in him being restrained. Upon police arrival, Pickard continued his tirade, verbally assaulting the officers with homophobic and sectarian language. Pickard’s solicitor cited stress as a contributing factor to the outburst. Sheriff David Hall sentenced Pickard to 180 hours of unpaid work in lieu of imprisonment, condemning his behavior as “disgraceful.” Dundee “Spider-Man”‘s Failed Attempt to Contact Ex-Partner
A Dundee man attempted to contact his former partner in Lochee while wearing a Spider-Man mask, violating a court order. Oktawiusz Burblis threw stones at the property and knocked aggressively on the door before being pursued by a dog. He was later arrested and brought before the court for breaching the order. Offshore Worker’s Two-Hour Hide-and-Seek After Sidlaws Crash
Lemmy Milne, a 27-year-old offshore worker from Dundee, caused a collision with another vehicle in the Sidlaw Hills and then fled the scene. He remained hidden in a field for nearly two hours before being apprehended by police with sniffer dogs. Milne appeared at Forfar Sheriff Court for sentencing, having previously admitted to failing to stop after the accident, refusing a breathalyzer test, and possessing cocaine. Milne’s lawyer explained his client panicked due to the narrow road, wintry conditions, a minor injury he sustained, and the presence of mud on the road. Milne received a £1,000 fine and a one-year driving ban. Fife Man Found Guilty of Sexually Assaulting Child During “Tasting Game”
James Ross, from Fife, has been found guilty of sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl. During a disturbing “tasting game,” Ross blindfolded the child and presented his penis to her, claiming it was a banana. The details of the trial have shocked the local community, leading to calls for greater vigilance in safeguarding children. Perth Man’s Kitten Neglect Case: Sentencing Delayed
Sentencing for Gary Campbell, a 47-year-old Perth resident, has been deferred. Campbell pleaded guilty to charges of animal neglect resulting in the deaths of two kittens in his New Row flat. The Scottish SPCA discovered the deceased animals, Peacock and Bertie, after a report from Campbell’s former landlady. A post-mortem determined the kittens perished from neglect, likely due to starvation or dehydration. Campbell admitted to his struggles with mental health at the time, explaining he “couldn’t cope” with the situation. The court will assess the suitability of Campbell’s new accommodation for a potential curfew before determining his sentence.
James Pow, a 34-year-old Arbroath resident, faced multiple charges at Forfar Sheriff Court. He admitted to possessing stolen goods, including a safe and electronic devices, taken from a sheltered housing complex in Arbroath. Adding to his troubles, Pow also confessed to stealing power tools from a B&Q store on Westway Retail Park. In a bizarre turn of events, he then entered a nearby KFC with the stolen tools and insisted staff call him a taxi. He further escalated the situation by verbally threatening employees. The court revealed Pow’s extensive criminal history, with an additional 35 convictions accumulating since his initial appearance. Sentencing has been postponed until June 12th, pending good behavior. Online Sting Leads to Sex Offender Registry for Perth Man
Peter Moffat, a Perth resident previously ensnared in an online sting operation by vigilante paedophile hunters, has been added to the sex offenders register. He appeared in Perth Sheriff Court for sentencing after pleading guilty to sending inappropriate messages to someone he believed was a 13-year-old girl, but was actually a decoy account. The court ordered Moffat to remain on the register until 2030. Racist Tirade and Profanity-Laden Arrest in Perth Pub
Neil Pickard, a 44-year-old retail manager, unleashed a torrent of racist abuse and profanity after being denied entry to the Twa Tams pub on Scott Street, Perth. Pickard, who was intoxicated and struggling to eat a kebab, directed racial slurs and threats toward door staff. He then physically assaulted them, resulting in him being restrained. Upon police arrival, Pickard continued his tirade, verbally assaulting the officers with homophobic and sectarian language. Pickard’s solicitor cited stress as a contributing factor to the outburst. Sheriff David Hall sentenced Pickard to 180 hours of unpaid work in lieu of imprisonment, condemning his behavior as “disgraceful.” Dundee “Spider-Man”‘s Failed Attempt to Contact Ex-Partner
A Dundee man attempted to contact his former partner in Lochee while wearing a Spider-Man mask, violating a court order. Oktawiusz Burblis threw stones at the property and knocked aggressively on the door before being pursued by a dog. He was later arrested and brought before the court for breaching the order. Offshore Worker’s Two-Hour Hide-and-Seek After Sidlaws Crash
Lemmy Milne, a 27-year-old offshore worker from Dundee, caused a collision with another vehicle in the Sidlaw Hills and then fled the scene. He remained hidden in a field for nearly two hours before being apprehended by police with sniffer dogs. Milne appeared at Forfar Sheriff Court for sentencing, having previously admitted to failing to stop after the accident, refusing a breathalyzer test, and possessing cocaine. Milne’s lawyer explained his client panicked due to the narrow road, wintry conditions, a minor injury he sustained, and the presence of mud on the road. Milne received a £1,000 fine and a one-year driving ban. Fife Man Found Guilty of Sexually Assaulting Child During “Tasting Game”
James Ross, from Fife, has been found guilty of sexually assaulting an eight-year-old girl. During a disturbing “tasting game,” Ross blindfolded the child and presented his penis to her, claiming it was a banana. The details of the trial have shocked the local community, leading to calls for greater vigilance in safeguarding children. Perth Man’s Kitten Neglect Case: Sentencing Delayed
Sentencing for Gary Campbell, a 47-year-old Perth resident, has been deferred. Campbell pleaded guilty to charges of animal neglect resulting in the deaths of two kittens in his New Row flat. The Scottish SPCA discovered the deceased animals, Peacock and Bertie, after a report from Campbell’s former landlady. A post-mortem determined the kittens perished from neglect, likely due to starvation or dehydration. Campbell admitted to his struggles with mental health at the time, explaining he “couldn’t cope” with the situation. The court will assess the suitability of Campbell’s new accommodation for a potential curfew before determining his sentence.