Man jailed for driving lorry into ex's Lanarkshire home
Derek Wellington who pled guilty to a number of domestic abuse offences has been jailed for 10 years.
Last updated 27th Jul 2022
A man who drove a lorry into his ex's house in Lanarkshire has been jailed for 10 years.
Derek Wellington reversed twice into the house in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, causing seven homes to be evacuated and two to be destroyed.
The 34-year-old pled guilty to a series of violent and dangerous offences at the High Court in Glasgow on Friday, 1 July, 2022.
He was sentenced at the High Court in Stirling today.
The incidents took place in Edinburgh and East Kilbride between August and September 2021.
Detective Chief Inspector Martin McGhee said: "Derek Wellington is now facing the consequences of his reckless and appalling behaviour.
"This was a complex investigation by a team of dedicated officers, working closely with a number of other partner agencies, to ensure that justice was done.
"I hope that this sentencing today goes some way to giving other victims of abuse the courage to speak out.
"Domestic crime, in all its forms, has no place in our society and remains one of Police Scotland’s top priorities.
"If you are experiencing abuse, we want you to know that you are not alone.
"We encourage you to contact Police Scotland on 101 or seek support and advice from one of our partner agencies.
"Any disclosures made will be investigated thoroughly with the utmost professionalism and sensitivity to bring perpetrators to justice."