A man who abused two young girls over the course of 20 years has been sentenced to 12 years in prison.
Derek Lamond, 59, targeted the victims at various Fife addresses, as well as during car journeys in other parts of Scotland.
He provided the two children with cigarettes and alcohol during the abuse, as well as offering them money to expose themselves to him.
He was found guilty of assaulting and raping one child and attempting to rape another between the mid-90s and 2016, as well as multiple sexual offences involving his victims.
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Lamond was found guilty of 10 charges on August 7 at the High Court in Edinburgh, and on Tuesday was given an extended sentence of 15 years, with 12 years in custody.
His name has been added to the sex offenders register indefinitely.
Scotland’s Procurator Fiscal for High Court Sexual Offending, Katrina Parkes said: “Derek Lamond manipulated and exploited these young children in an abhorrent campaign of abuse.
“His victims have shown great courage and strength by coming forward and reporting him to the authorities.
“Lamond will now have to face the consequences of his actions following this prosecution and conviction.
“I would encourage all victims of similar offending – no matter how long ago it may have occurred – to come forward, report it and seek help.
“Scotland’s prosecution service is committed to securing justice for victims of child sexual abuse.”
Detective Constable Emma Moyes said: “Derek Lamond will now face the consequences of his appalling and predatory behaviour. We thank the victims in this case for coming forward and their determination throughout the investigation.
“Police Scotland are committed to investigating abuse whether that be sexual or physical regardless of when these crimes were committed, and we will continue to work closely with our partner agencies to ensure that offenders are brought to justice.”
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