A man has been jailed for six years after being found guilty of raping a 'vulnerable young woman' in West Lothian.
Darren Hastie, 34, was sentence during a trial at the High Court in Glasgow after being found guilty for a serious sexual assault on May 30, 2023. The incident took place in 2022.
Detective Sergeant Jennifer Priestley said: “Darren Hastie is a dangerous individual who prayed on a vulnerable young woman.
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"I commend her for coming forward and showing strength throughout the process which has led to Hastie facing the consequences for his despicable actions. I hope the sentence today will bring her some comfort and help her move forward.
"I would urge anyone who has been the victim of sexual violence to come forward and report it to us, regardless of the passage of time. We, alongside partner agencies, will support you through the process, investigate thoroughly and bring those responsible to justice."
