ROBERT FOULKES SENTENCED IN BUCKIE FOR CHILD SEX ABUSE IN ABERDEENSHIRE
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A man named Robert Foulkes, aged 65 and residing in Aberdeen, has been sentenced to a lengthy term of imprisonment after being found guilty of committing serious sexual offenses against three young girls in the Aberdeenshire area, including Buckie. The crimes spanned over a period of more than a decade, during which Foulkes targeted vulnerable children, causing profound harm and trauma.
Foulkes, who is a known heart transplant patient and a retired health and safety officer, admitted to two charges of rape and an additional offense of indecent conduct towards a child. His guilty plea came before the High Court in Edinburgh, where he faced justice for his actions. The court sentenced him to an extended term of 18 years, with a custodial period of 15 years followed by a three-year supervised release. This extended sentence is designed to ensure ongoing monitoring and supervision after his release from prison.
During the sentencing hearing, Lord Young emphasized the gravity of Foulkes' offenses. He stated, "Robert Foulkes, you have pled guilty to three charges each involving extremely serious sexual offending against young girls. The offending involved the worst breach of trust imaginable. Each of your victims was under age 12 at the time of the abuse. Your offending spanned a period of 12 years."
Lord Young further detailed the nature of the abuse, revealing that Foulkes had sexually assaulted one girl on multiple occasions over four years, when she was between 8 and 12 years old. A second victim was abused twice, once at age 8 or 9 and again at age 12, while a third girl was subjected to abuse on approximately four occasions within the same age range. The court heard that Foulkes engaged in penile penetration of the victims' mouths or vaginas, touched them intimately, and coerced them into touching him. Evidence also indicated that he showed two of his victims pornographic videos and, on one occasion, recorded his own abusive act involving a child.
Victim impact statements presented in court painted a harrowing picture of the lasting damage inflicted by Foulkes. One victim expressed feelings of overwhelming sadness, stating, "Iām left drowned in sadness, unable to overcome what I have faced." These statements highlighted the profound physical and mental health issues, educational setbacks, and damaged personal relationships experienced by the victims as a direct result of the abuse.
In his remarks, Lord Young acknowledged Foulkes' age and health issues, noting that he had no prior convictions and was effectively a first-time offender. However, the court recognized the severity of the crimes and the risk Foulkes posed to society, especially to young girls. The decision to impose an extended sentence was based on the need for additional supervision post-release, given the unacceptable risk he might pose.
Lord Young explained that the sentence was a combination of a custodial period and a community extension, with the latter serving as a license period during which Foulkes would be subject to strict conditions. Failure to comply could result in revocation of his license and re-imprisonment. The court considered the appropriate total sentence, which would have been 25 years if imposed separately on each charge, but opted for a single cumulo sentence of 18 years to reflect the seriousness of the offenses and the principle of totality.
Backdated to September 13, 2024, when Foulkes was first remanded in custody, the sentence also includes notification requirements under the Sexual Offences Act 2003 for an indefinite period. Additionally, the court imposed non-harassment orders to protect the victims, ensuring Foulkes remains under strict restrictions indefinitely. The judge emphasized the importance of these measures in safeguarding the community and providing some measure of security for the victims, who endured unimaginable suffering at his hands.
Foulkes, who is a known heart transplant patient and a retired health and safety officer, admitted to two charges of rape and an additional offense of indecent conduct towards a child. His guilty plea came before the High Court in Edinburgh, where he faced justice for his actions. The court sentenced him to an extended term of 18 years, with a custodial period of 15 years followed by a three-year supervised release. This extended sentence is designed to ensure ongoing monitoring and supervision after his release from prison.
During the sentencing hearing, Lord Young emphasized the gravity of Foulkes' offenses. He stated, "Robert Foulkes, you have pled guilty to three charges each involving extremely serious sexual offending against young girls. The offending involved the worst breach of trust imaginable. Each of your victims was under age 12 at the time of the abuse. Your offending spanned a period of 12 years."
Lord Young further detailed the nature of the abuse, revealing that Foulkes had sexually assaulted one girl on multiple occasions over four years, when she was between 8 and 12 years old. A second victim was abused twice, once at age 8 or 9 and again at age 12, while a third girl was subjected to abuse on approximately four occasions within the same age range. The court heard that Foulkes engaged in penile penetration of the victims' mouths or vaginas, touched them intimately, and coerced them into touching him. Evidence also indicated that he showed two of his victims pornographic videos and, on one occasion, recorded his own abusive act involving a child.
Victim impact statements presented in court painted a harrowing picture of the lasting damage inflicted by Foulkes. One victim expressed feelings of overwhelming sadness, stating, "Iām left drowned in sadness, unable to overcome what I have faced." These statements highlighted the profound physical and mental health issues, educational setbacks, and damaged personal relationships experienced by the victims as a direct result of the abuse.
In his remarks, Lord Young acknowledged Foulkes' age and health issues, noting that he had no prior convictions and was effectively a first-time offender. However, the court recognized the severity of the crimes and the risk Foulkes posed to society, especially to young girls. The decision to impose an extended sentence was based on the need for additional supervision post-release, given the unacceptable risk he might pose.
Lord Young explained that the sentence was a combination of a custodial period and a community extension, with the latter serving as a license period during which Foulkes would be subject to strict conditions. Failure to comply could result in revocation of his license and re-imprisonment. The court considered the appropriate total sentence, which would have been 25 years if imposed separately on each charge, but opted for a single cumulo sentence of 18 years to reflect the seriousness of the offenses and the principle of totality.
Backdated to September 13, 2024, when Foulkes was first remanded in custody, the sentence also includes notification requirements under the Sexual Offences Act 2003 for an indefinite period. Additionally, the court imposed non-harassment orders to protect the victims, ensuring Foulkes remains under strict restrictions indefinitely. The judge emphasized the importance of these measures in safeguarding the community and providing some measure of security for the victims, who endured unimaginable suffering at his hands.