Man, 22, given lifelong sentence for sexual assault in Falkirk

Maximiliano Moreno was sentenced at Glasgow High Court

Maximiliano Moreno, 22
Author: Paul ReillyPublished 26th Mar 2024

A man, 22, has been given a lifelong sentence for sexual assault in Falkirk

Maximiliano Moreno, sentenced at Glasgow High Court on Monday, was also jailed for 32 month.

The incident happened in Falkirk on Tuesday, 21 June, 2022.

Detective Sergeant Laura Robb said: “This was a hugely distressing experience for Moreno’s victim and I hope that today’s sentencing will provide them with some closure.

“He will now have to face the consequences of these despicable actions.

“His conviction sends a clear message that violent crimes such as this will not be tolerated and will always be thoroughly investigated by Police Scotland.

“Anyone with any concerns or information can report them to police by calling 101 or calling Crimestoppers, where anonymity can be obtained, on 0800 555 111.”

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