Overview
- The convictions covered 240 offences against 110 women and children, including rape, sexual assault, stalking and offences under the Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act.
- Notable sentences included 17 years for Stewart Fleming, 16 for Stephen Whitehurst, 14 for Gerald Hever and 11 for William Davidson following High Court cases.
- Police Scotland says it handled more than 66,000 incidents from October 2024 to September 2025, with about 40% recorded as crimes and a domestic abuse call every eight minutes.
- Official figures show domestic abuse crimes rose about 10% over the last year, while detection rates increased by nearly 8%.
- A targeted push during 16 Days of Activism produced roughly 500 arrests and more than 380 charges as leadership underscored a relentless approach into 2026.