Two vile pensioners have today been found guilty of subjecting Ayrshire youngsters serious sexual and physical abuse.Matthew George, 73, and John Muldoon, 69, targeted young residents of Kerelaw Residential School in Stevenston.The incidents took place whilst both were employed at the school between 1975 and 2004.Both men had already received custodial sentences following a major investigation between 2004 and 2006 by Strathclyde Police into staff at the school for physical and sexual abuse of residents.And at the High Court in Glasgow today, the pair were found guilty of serious sexual and physical abuse.
As a result of receiving further reports of serious sexual and physical abuse against residents at the school, a team of specialist officers dedicated to the investigation was set up to examine all aspects of abuse alleged against former staff at the residential care establishment.
Senior Investigating Officer, DI Ross Black, Police Scotland, praised the bravery of the those who came forward to help convict the pair.DI Black added: “Police Scotland would like to thank everyone who came forward to police during this investigation.
Their engagement, bravery and commitment helped secure the verdict today. “We hope that people can now be confident in coming forward to police knowing that no matter the passage of time, justice like today’s verdict has underpinned what can be achieved.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire
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