A 25-year-old Edinburgh Rapist, Rowan McKenna, has received a sentence following his conviction for a grave sexual assault in Edinburgh.
In July 2023, Rowan McKenna assaulted a woman at a location in the western part of the city.
Rowan McKenna was sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison and registered on the Sex Offenders Register during his appearance at the High Court in Edinburgh on Monday, 2 June 2025, after being earlier convicted of serious sexual assault and assault causing injury.
Detective Sergeant Craig Donnelly stated: “My thoughts are with the woman who demonstrated remarkable fortitude in aiding our investigation.” I trust this sentencing provides her with a measure of solace.
“We are dedicated to ensuring that those accountable for sexual abuse are held to justice.” We collaborate with several partner agencies to assist victims and conduct investigations.
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