A rapist has been jailed for sexually abusing three children for more than a decade. Robert Foulkes preyed on the youngsters in Aberdeenshire.
The 65-year-old recorded himself abusing a girl on a mobile phone, then showed her the footage, and made two kids watch pornography before abusing them.
He admitted his guilt at the High Court in Edinburgh on September 13, 2024, and returned to the dock today to be sentenced over his crimes.
The retired health and safety officer targeted the victims over a 12-year period and told one victim that his abuse was “their little secret”.
Today, Tuesday, October 22, 2024, he was given an 18-year extended sentence. The sentence includes a 15-year prison term and includes three years of supervision.
He was also placed on the sex offenders register for life. Non-harassment orders, preventing him from contacting or attempting to contact the victims, were also granted indefinitely.
Scotland’s Procurator Fiscal for High Court Sexual Offending, Katrina Parkes, said: “Robert Foulkes posed a significant danger to children through his predatory behaviour.
“The trauma suffered by the victims was at the forefront of our minds during this prosecution. It is thanks to the bravery of those affected by Foulkes and his offending that he has now been brought to justice.
“We would encourage anyone affected by similar offending to come forward – regardless of how much time has passed. You will be listened to and supported as we seek to secure justice using all the tools at our disposal.”
Detective Inspector Bruce Buntain said: “Foulkes has admitted to a campaign of sexual violence over a significant period of time and it’s right he now faces the consequences of his despicable actions.
“I commend the strength of those involved in reporting his offending and throughout the court process. I hope the outcome will bring them justice as they continue to move forward with their lives.
“Police Scotland is committed to tackling sexual crimes and bringing those responsible in front of the courts. I’d urge anyone who has been a victim, regardless of when it happened, to come forward and report it.
“We will fully investigate and you will be supported throughout by our specially trained officers and partner agencies.”
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