NATHAN ALLEN ABERDEEN BABY ATTACKER ESCAPES JAIL DESPITE BRUTAL INJURIES
In a case that has shocked the community of Aberdeen, Nathan Allen, aged 21, was convicted of inflicting severe injuries on a three-week-old infant but ultimately avoided imprisonment.The incident, which took place in November of the previous year, involved Allen assaulting the vulnerable newborn girl, resulting in critical injuries that included a brain haemorrhage, a fractured ankle, and extensive bruising.
Allen appeared before Aberdeen Sheriff Court to face the charges, where the severity of his actions was evident.
Despite the gravity of the injuries sustained by the infant, the court decided on a sentence that fell short of jail time.
Instead, Sheriff Annella Cowan imposed a three-year supervision order and mandated that Allen complete 280 hours of unpaid community service.
The decision drew criticism from NSPCC Scotland, which expressed its belief that Allen should have been sent to prison.
The charity’s representative emphasized the seriousness of the case, highlighting the extent of the injuries inflicted on the defenseless baby and the potential long-term consequences.
During the hearing, Sheriff Cowan revealed that she had given the case considerable thought before arriving at her verdict.
She admitted that her initial instinct was to send Allen to prison, describing his behavior as “unpardonable.” The sheriff also pointed out her concerns regarding Allen’s attitude, noting that he appeared more preoccupied with the repercussions for himself rather than the harm caused to the child.
She remarked, “In one view that makes you an extremely dangerous person.” Allen maintained his innocence, denying any involvement in harming the child.
He claimed that the injuries might have been the result of an accident.
However, the jury found him guilty of endangering the child’s life through assault, a verdict that underscores the seriousness of the offense.
Defence lawyer Neil McRobert highlighted that a psychological report previously ordered by the court indicated that Allen was immature for his age.
He also pointed out that Allen had a good employment record, having started working as a joiner with his grandfather’s firm after leaving school, and was currently employed through an agency.
Matt Forde, head of NSPCC Scotland, voiced his disapproval of the court’s decision, stating, “We believe the defendant in this case should have gone to prison as there was a high level of culpability which should have been reflected in the sentence.” He emphasized the brutality of the injuries inflicted on the innocent baby, describing the case as a “horrible catalogue of injuries” that could have had very serious implications.
Forde concluded by condemning such callous treatment, asserting that there is no place in society for such behavior.
