Man from Aberdeenshire jailed for ten years in prison for sexual and violent offences

A 39-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexual and violent offences.

Jonathan Moroney, from Aberdeenshire, was sentenced at the High Court in Glasgow today, Friday, 12 December, 2025, after being found guilty at the same court earlier this year.

The offences, which include rape and assault, took place between 2012 and 2023.

Detective Chief Inspector Steven McDonald said: "Moroney is an abusive individual who carried out sexual and violent offences for his own gratification.

"He will now face the consequences of his actions and I hope this sentence provides some sense of closure to those affected.

"Police Scotland will fully investigate abuse wherever it occurs - whoever the perpetrator is and no matter how long ago it happened.

"I'd encourage anyone with concerns about sexual abuse to contact officers on 101 or one of our support services."

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Man from Aberdeenshire jailed for ten years in prison for sexual and violent offences

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