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Jaroslav Mako took the girl to an address in Pumpherston, in West Lothian, before subjecting her to the assault despite her screaming for help and trying to fight him off.

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The boy's mum took to social media to make others aware of the alleged incident, whilst officers visited the area and spoke to a number of youths as enquiries are currently ongoing

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The concerned mother told the school her daughter would not be returning after the attack and the pair were dragged to court

The 12-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, suffered a brain injury in 2020 after being repeatedly smacked against a concrete corridor floor, as her mum has now spoken out about aftermath of the incident

Officers in West Lothian issued a statement on the incident on social media, informing those nearby that there had been a three-car smash at a fuel station and as a result, a suspected gas leak forced nearby buildings to be evacuated.

The youngster, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was forced to undergo surgery on her jaw following injuries sustained during the assault at a school in the West Lothian area.