BENJAMIN STORRIER'S BRUTAL RAPE SPREE IN EDINBURGH AND MIDLOTHIAN
Benjamin Storrier, aged 26, was sentenced to prison today after being convicted of committing two heinous acts of sexual violence against women in different locations within Scotland.The first assault took place in October 2015 in Kirkliston, a village near Edinburgh, where Storrier targeted a teenage girl.
According to her account, he forcefully grabbed her and pushed her against a tree, initiating a terrifying ordeal.
Despite her pleas for him to stop, he continued his assault by pulling down her leggings and raping her while telling her to 'shut the f--- up.' The trauma inflicted on her was profound, and she recounted the distressing experience during the trial, emphasizing her fear and helplessness during the attack.
The second incident occurred several years later, on May 8, 2022, at a residence in Bonnyrigg, a town in Midlothian.
In this disturbing case, Storrier entered the woman's home and subjected her to a violent assault.
He grabbed her hair, pushed her face down onto a bed, and carried out a brutal rape that resulted in bleeding injuries.
The victim later communicated through messages that she suffered severe pain and developed an infection following the attack.
Her distress was evident, and she described the physical and emotional toll the assault had taken on her.
Throughout the trial, Storrier maintained his innocence, denying the allegations and claiming that he found one of the victims unattractive, which he suggested was a reason for the accusations.
Despite his denial, the jury found him guilty of two counts of rape, recognizing the gravity of his actions.
Judge Lady Ross addressed the court, underscoring the seriousness of the offenses, stating, 'It is clear that these are significant and serious offences.' As part of his sentence, Storrier was placed on the sex offenders' register and will be sentenced next month.
The court's decision reflects the severity with which such violent crimes are regarded within the Scottish justice system, especially given the impact on the victims and the community.
