A Dunning man has been added to the sex offenders register after sharing intimate images of his former partner. 23-year-old James Hurrel, of Station Road, admitted to sending explicit photographs of his ex-girlfriend to the sister of her new partner. This distressing incident, which occurred in November, followed an earlier episode in August where Hurrel showed up at his ex’s Perthshire residence, creating a disturbance by banging on her windows. The court acknowledged the volatile on-off nature of the relationship, which had recently ended due to Hurrel’s concerning behavior. Hurrel’s solicitor described the actions as impulsive and immature, stemming from feelings of frustration and disappointment following the breakup. Hurrel expressed deep regret for the distress caused. Sheriff Clair McLachlan handed down a sentence that included supervision, placement on the sex offenders register for one year, and an 11-week curfew from 8 pm to 7 am. Furthermore, a three-year non-harassment order was put in place to protect the victim, and Hurrel was ordered to complete 200 hours of unpaid work. Sheriff McLachlan acknowledged the potential for long-term psychological impact on the victim, stating that while custody was a possibility, rehabilitation remained a primary focus. Blackmail Plot in Perth
A Perth woman has been implicated in a blackmail scheme targeting a vulnerable man. Connie Furlong allegedly orchestrated a plan to lure the man to her home under false pretenses. Upon arrival, he was confronted by another man. Furlong then threatened to implicate the victim in a fabricated sexual assault allegation, claiming she had video evidence. He promptly fled the scene. More details about this incident are expected to be released soon. Dunfermline Shop Worker Targeted in Violent Robbery
A masked assailant used an electric drill to attack a shop worker during a Dunfermline Co-op robbery. 26-year-old Jack Bonner assaulted and threatened the employee with multiple weapons, including a knife and a screwdriver. After forcing the worker to open the safe, Bonner bound his hands and proceeded to activate the drill while holding it against his body. In addition to the violent assault, Bonner made off with cash, alcohol, cigarettes, vapes, and other personal care items from the store. He has pleaded guilty to the assault and robbery at the High Court in Glasgow and is currently remanded. Further details of the case will be heard during sentencing in January of next year. Dundee Stalker Receives Prison Sentence
A Dundee man has been imprisoned after engaging in a four-year stalking campaign against an underage girl. Jake Handling persistently harassed the victim, relentlessly attempting to contact her through various means, including online shopping platforms. The specific locations of the stalking incidents within Dundee have not yet been disclosed, but they spanned a considerable period, causing significant distress to the victim. Handling’s desire for incarceration ultimately influenced the court’s decision to impose a custodial sentence. The exact length of the sentence will be announced soon. Prolific Shoplifter Jailed
28-year-old Jay Clark, a serial shoplifter known to local authorities, has been sentenced to 26 months in prison at Dundee Sheriff Court. Clark faced a multitude of charges, totaling 29 across 10 complaints, relating to persistent shoplifting and violations of bail conditions. His primary targets were supermarkets in Dundee and Broughty Ferry, where he stole over £1,200 worth of goods, mostly alcohol. His offending stretched across 2024 and 2025, escalating to assaults on police officers and a shop worker who tried to intervene. He also threatened a taxi driver at Dundee railway station who refused him service. Clark’s solicitor acknowledged his client’s personal difficulties and ongoing medical treatment. Elderly Man Robbed in Dundee Home Invasion
A 72-year-old Dundee resident endured a frightening home invasion and robbery. Steven Mitchell broke into the victim’s house through a living room window, demanding money and threatening to harm the elderly man. Mitchell stole several hundred pounds during the incident. Additional information about this robbery and Mitchell’s subsequent arrest may become available soon. Kirkcaldy Man Sentenced for Child Abuse Images
41-year-old Sean Parker, formerly of Markinch, has been sentenced to 20 months imprisonment and added to the sex offenders register for 10 years. He pleaded guilty to downloading over 6,600 indecent images of children, some involving infants, from the internet over a three-year period. Sheriff John MacRitchie at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court stressed the severity of the crime, highlighting the real victims involved and how downloading such material fuels child abuse. Parker’s defense lawyer emphasized his previously clean record, early guilty plea, and proactive attempts to address the underlying issues contributing to the offense. Fife Man Given Community Sentence for Sexual Assault
A 70-year-old Fife man, James Beveridge, was found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman with dementia. The distressing incident, which took place in the victim’s home, was witnessed by her daughter via home security cameras. The court heard how Beveridge, who had assisted the 80-year-old after finding her wandering, exploited the vulnerable woman. Despite the seriousness of the crime, Beveridge has been given a community sentence, details of which will be announced shortly. The decision has been met with strong public reaction. Road Rage Incident Leads to Curfew
34-year-old Robert Beveridge, formerly of Ballingry, received a 150-day curfew order after brandishing a realistic replica firearm during a road rage altercation. The incident occurred in May 2021 during a drive from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh. Beveridge and his brother, Colin, were stopped at traffic lights when they encountered another car. The court heard how Robert produced a silver replica gun and Colin waved a similar black replica at the occupants of the other vehicle, a Mercedes. A witness statement later revealed Beveridge claimed they had been pursued and brandished the airsoft guns in an attempt to deter their followers. The fiscal emphasized the realistic nature of the pellet guns, which could easily be mistaken for real firearms. Colin Beveridge was previously sentenced for his role in the incident. Sheriff Alison McKay told Beveridge his sentence was a direct alternative to custody.
A Perth woman has been implicated in a blackmail scheme targeting a vulnerable man. Connie Furlong allegedly orchestrated a plan to lure the man to her home under false pretenses. Upon arrival, he was confronted by another man. Furlong then threatened to implicate the victim in a fabricated sexual assault allegation, claiming she had video evidence. He promptly fled the scene. More details about this incident are expected to be released soon. Dunfermline Shop Worker Targeted in Violent Robbery
A masked assailant used an electric drill to attack a shop worker during a Dunfermline Co-op robbery. 26-year-old Jack Bonner assaulted and threatened the employee with multiple weapons, including a knife and a screwdriver. After forcing the worker to open the safe, Bonner bound his hands and proceeded to activate the drill while holding it against his body. In addition to the violent assault, Bonner made off with cash, alcohol, cigarettes, vapes, and other personal care items from the store. He has pleaded guilty to the assault and robbery at the High Court in Glasgow and is currently remanded. Further details of the case will be heard during sentencing in January of next year. Dundee Stalker Receives Prison Sentence
A Dundee man has been imprisoned after engaging in a four-year stalking campaign against an underage girl. Jake Handling persistently harassed the victim, relentlessly attempting to contact her through various means, including online shopping platforms. The specific locations of the stalking incidents within Dundee have not yet been disclosed, but they spanned a considerable period, causing significant distress to the victim. Handling’s desire for incarceration ultimately influenced the court’s decision to impose a custodial sentence. The exact length of the sentence will be announced soon. Prolific Shoplifter Jailed
28-year-old Jay Clark, a serial shoplifter known to local authorities, has been sentenced to 26 months in prison at Dundee Sheriff Court. Clark faced a multitude of charges, totaling 29 across 10 complaints, relating to persistent shoplifting and violations of bail conditions. His primary targets were supermarkets in Dundee and Broughty Ferry, where he stole over £1,200 worth of goods, mostly alcohol. His offending stretched across 2024 and 2025, escalating to assaults on police officers and a shop worker who tried to intervene. He also threatened a taxi driver at Dundee railway station who refused him service. Clark’s solicitor acknowledged his client’s personal difficulties and ongoing medical treatment. Elderly Man Robbed in Dundee Home Invasion
A 72-year-old Dundee resident endured a frightening home invasion and robbery. Steven Mitchell broke into the victim’s house through a living room window, demanding money and threatening to harm the elderly man. Mitchell stole several hundred pounds during the incident. Additional information about this robbery and Mitchell’s subsequent arrest may become available soon. Kirkcaldy Man Sentenced for Child Abuse Images
41-year-old Sean Parker, formerly of Markinch, has been sentenced to 20 months imprisonment and added to the sex offenders register for 10 years. He pleaded guilty to downloading over 6,600 indecent images of children, some involving infants, from the internet over a three-year period. Sheriff John MacRitchie at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court stressed the severity of the crime, highlighting the real victims involved and how downloading such material fuels child abuse. Parker’s defense lawyer emphasized his previously clean record, early guilty plea, and proactive attempts to address the underlying issues contributing to the offense. Fife Man Given Community Sentence for Sexual Assault
A 70-year-old Fife man, James Beveridge, was found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman with dementia. The distressing incident, which took place in the victim’s home, was witnessed by her daughter via home security cameras. The court heard how Beveridge, who had assisted the 80-year-old after finding her wandering, exploited the vulnerable woman. Despite the seriousness of the crime, Beveridge has been given a community sentence, details of which will be announced shortly. The decision has been met with strong public reaction. Road Rage Incident Leads to Curfew
34-year-old Robert Beveridge, formerly of Ballingry, received a 150-day curfew order after brandishing a realistic replica firearm during a road rage altercation. The incident occurred in May 2021 during a drive from Kirkcaldy to Edinburgh. Beveridge and his brother, Colin, were stopped at traffic lights when they encountered another car. The court heard how Robert produced a silver replica gun and Colin waved a similar black replica at the occupants of the other vehicle, a Mercedes. A witness statement later revealed Beveridge claimed they had been pursued and brandished the airsoft guns in an attempt to deter their followers. The fiscal emphasized the realistic nature of the pellet guns, which could easily be mistaken for real firearms. Colin Beveridge was previously sentenced for his role in the incident. Sheriff Alison McKay told Beveridge his sentence was a direct alternative to custody.