Man jailed for 18 years for serious sexual offences in Perthshire

At the High Court in Glasgow on Wednesday, 19 November, 2025, a man was sentenced to 18 years in prison for serious sexual offences.

Caileon Ward, 26, was convicted on Wednesday, 24 September, 2025 of a number of serious violent and sexual offences, including rape against two women. He carried out the offences between 2019 and 2023 in Perthshire.

Inspector Stephen Gray said: “Ward carried out these awful crimes over several years and he will now face the consequences of his actions in prison.

“My thoughts are with these women who showed immense strength in coming forward to report these crimes. I hope this sentencing will give them some comfort and help them move forward.

“We have detectives dedicated to investigating such offences, and no matter how much time has passed, please report it. You can be assured that you will be fully supported by officers and our partner agencies."

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Man jailed for 18 years for serious sexual offences in Perthshire

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