ROBERT HAMILTON FROM KILWINNING SENTENCED AFTER SEXUAL ASSAULT ON NINE-YEAR-OLD GIRL

In a case that has shocked the community of Kilwinning, Robert Hamilton, aged 26, has been convicted of a serious sexual assault involving a young girl. The incident occurred when Hamilton unlawfully entered the girl’s residence through an unlocked door, leading to an inappropriate encounter with the nine-year-old victim. The assault was discovered early in the morning when the girl’s grandmother found Hamilton in her granddaughter’s bed, an act that has left the family and local residents deeply disturbed.

Rather than facing immediate imprisonment, Hamilton was handed a community-based sentence, reflecting the court’s decision to prioritize rehabilitation over incarceration. He has been sentenced to two years of supervised probation, during which he will be closely monitored by authorities. As part of his sentence, Hamilton is mandated to participate in an alcohol and drug treatment program, addressing underlying issues that may have contributed to his offending behavior.

Additionally, Hamilton has been placed on the Sex Offender Register for the duration of his supervision period, ensuring ongoing oversight and community safety. The case has raised concerns about security and safeguarding within the Kilwinning area, prompting calls for increased vigilance and preventative measures to protect vulnerable residents from similar incidents in the future.