A man has been jailed for six years for sexual offences against two females in West Lothian including rape.
Kyle Sievewright, 20, was found guilty at the High Court in Livingston of eight offences committed between 2019 and 2022.
He was convicted of repeatedly raping a young woman while in an abusive relationship with her.
He carried out the abuse while on bail for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl.
On Wednesday, he was sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh to six years in prison and a further three years extended sentence for the crimes against both females.
Detective constable David Bryce said: “Kyle Sievewright subjected the females to violent, sexual attacks over a period of time. He’s been found guilty of these despicable crimes and now faces the consequences.
“I hope today’s sentencing brings some form of justice to these females as they continue to move forward.
“Police Scotland is committed to bringing all perpetrators of sexual crimes to justice, regardless of when it happened. I would urge anyone who wishes to report a sexual crime to contact us. We will always investigate thoroughly and you will receive support from police and partner agencies.”
Anyone who wishes to report a crime can contact police by calling 101 or call Crimestoppers, where anonymity can be obtained, on 0800 555 111.
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