RAYMOND NYIAM AND SHOCKING SEXUAL ASSAULTS IN EDINBURGH
A convicted sex offender, Raymond Nyiam, has been sentenced to an indefinite term of imprisonment at the High Court in Edinburgh.The 35-year-old, also known as Otu Nyiam, was found guilty of two counts related to the sexual assault of two vulnerable teenagers, with the trial concluding earlier this year.
The court heard that Nyiam targeted both victims after meeting them at a nightclub in Edinburgh six years prior.
Following their meeting on February 19, 2019, he took the young women to a flat where he committed rape while they were either asleep or unconscious due to intoxication, rendering them unable to consent.
Today, Nyiam received an Order for Lifelong Restriction.
He is required to serve a minimum of four years behind bars before he can be considered for parole.
Additionally, his name has been added to the Scottish sex offenders register indefinitely, and he was issued an indefinite non-harassment order.
Fiona Kirkby, the Procurator Fiscal for High Court Sexual Offences, commented after sentencing, stating that Nyiam systematically exploited the victims' vulnerability after they had been out enjoying themselves.
She emphasized that his actions had profoundly affected the women’s lives and reaffirmed that his accountability was made possible by their courage in coming forward.
Kirkby offered reassurance that such prosecution sends a firm message that sexual offending will not be tolerated in Scotland, encouraging victims to report abuse whenever they feel ready, knowing they will be supported.
In another case, Nyiam, aged 31 from Edinburgh and appearing via videolink at the High Court in Glasgow, was convicted of raping two women while they were intoxicated and unable to give consent.
He met both victims at a nightclub before assaulting them later at properties in Edinburgh on March 5, 2017, and November 28, 2017.
Judge Laura Drummond QC described Nyiam's brief acquaintance with the victims, noting that they had known each other for less than a day before the assaults occurred.
She highlighted the significant impact of Nyiam's actions on the victims’ lives and pointed out his tendency to pose a danger to the public, though she believed he could change.
Nyiam will be monitored in the community on licence for three years post-release and registered as a sex offender.
His solicitor, Euan Roy, advised that Nyiam had led a hedonistic lifestyle and struggled with anti-social personality disorder but was willing to participate in rehabilitative efforts.
Police Scotland's Detective Inspector Jonny Wright commended the bravery of the victims and affirmed the importance of bringing offenders like Nyiam to justice.
He reiterated that anyone who has experienced sexual crime should contact Police Scotland and assured the public that law enforcement will pursue offenders diligently.
