Haydn Edmonds Edinburgh Rapist Chef has received a nine-year prison sentence for grave sexual offences in the Edinburgh region and has been indefinitely registered as a sex offender.
Haydn Edmonds, 37, was sentenced today, Friday, 7 June, for a series of offences, including rape, perpetrated between June 2016 and June 2019.
He was previously convicted after a trial at the High Court in Edinburgh.
Detective Chief Inspector Adam Brown said: “The investigation revealed Haydn Edmonds to be a manipulative and sexually violent individual who poses a significant risk to women. It is due to the courage of those came forward to report his abuse that he has been held to account for his actions.
“I would urge anyone who has suffered sexual violence to come forward and report it to us, regardless of the passage of time. Working alongside our partner agencies, we will support you through the process, investigate thoroughly and bring those responsible to justice.
“Anyone with information or concerns should contact Police Scotland on 101, or you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
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