NEIL RODGERS ATTACKS PERTH BARMAID AND TEENAGER AT CELTIC SUPPORTERS EVENT
Neil Rodgers, a man known to have been present at a gathering of local Celtic supporters in Perth, committed a series of disturbing acts that have now led to legal proceedings.During the event, Rodgers engaged in inappropriate and criminal behavior that has shocked the community and resulted in his appearance before Perth Sheriff Court.
According to court records and eyewitness accounts, Rodgers first targeted a hotel worker, a barmaid, whom he sexually assaulted in a manner that caused her significant distress.
Witnesses reported that Rodgers displayed a disturbing lack of remorse, laughing immediately after the assault, which added to the severity of his misconduct.
Following this, Rodgers's violent tendencies surfaced again when he confronted a teenage employee who attempted to challenge his behavior.
In a brutal attack, Rodgers struck the young worker over the head with a guitar, inflicting a head wound approximately 4 centimeters in length.
The assault left the teenager injured and in need of medical attention, further highlighting Rodgers's dangerous conduct.
Rodgers, aged 36, appeared before Perth Sheriff Court to face charges related to his actions.
He admitted to both assault and sexual assault at the unnamed venue in Perth, which has been kept confidential for legal reasons.
His address was listed as “no fixed abode,” indicating a lack of permanent residence.
As part of his sentencing, Rodgers was placed on the sex offenders register, a measure that underscores the seriousness of his sexual misconduct and aims to monitor his activities moving forward.
The case has garnered significant attention within the local community, raising concerns about safety at public events and the importance of safeguarding staff and attendees alike.
