ANGUS LAUGHLAND CAUGHT IN BLAIRGOWRIE FOR ONLINE GROOMING OF 13-YEAR-OLD GIRL

In a disturbing case that has shocked the community of Blairgowrie, Angus Laughland, a 62-year-old man, has been sentenced to 220 days in jail after engaging in a grooming scheme targeting a 13-year-old girl through online communications. The incident came to light when the girl’s family uncovered a series of texts and digital interactions that Laughland had with their daughter, which bore a striking resemblance to scenes from a television programme focused on paedophile hunters.

According to reports, Laughland had initially contacted the young girl under the pretense of offering her a guitar lesson. This seemingly innocent offer was part of a calculated effort to establish a rapport and manipulate her. The family’s discovery of the messages prompted immediate concern and led to police involvement.

During the court proceedings, Laughland admitted to the offences, acknowledging his inappropriate conduct. The court, taking into account the gravity of his actions and the potential harm caused to the young girl, sentenced him to a period of detention that reflects the seriousness of his misconduct. The sentencing underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and judicial authorities to combat online grooming and protect vulnerable minors in communities like Blairgowrie.