Kilmarnock man who subjected four women to sexual violence sentenced to seven and a half years
Rian Hood raped one of his victims and sexually assaulted two others
Last updated 4th Oct 2022
A Kilmarnock man who subjected four women to a campaign of sexual violence will spend seven and a half years behind bars.
Rian Hood raped one of his victims, sexually assaulted two others and subjected all four to violent attacks – all during the course of relationships with them.
The High Court in Glasgow heard the 31-year-old also degraded and controlled his partners; tracking their movements and blocking them off from family and friends.
He was found guilty of ten charges, and today was jailed for seven years and six months, with a further three years under close supervision.
His name was added to the sex offenders register.
He was also given Non Harassment Orders covering all four victims for an indefinite period.
Scotland’s national procurator fiscal for High Court Sexual Offences, Fraser Gibson, said:
"Rian Hood is a habitual domestic abuser.
"Women who became involved with him quickly found themselves subjected to appalling sexual and physical violence, until they lost all confidence in themselves.
"I would commend them for their courage in speaking out.
"It is their bravery which has allowed our expert prosecutors to bring this man to justice.
"Any victim of similar offending should be assured that the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service will use all tools available to prosecute abusers.
"I would urge victims to come forward, report the crime and seek help."