ROBERT KENNEY FROM BISHOPBRIGGS SENTENCED TO 12 MONTHS FOR ABUSING GIRLS IN GLASGOW

A former teacher who committed a series of indecent assaults on four young girls over a span of three years, from 1999 to 2002, has been handed a prison sentence of one year. Robert Kenney, aged 44 and originally from Glasgow, notably abused the trust placed in him as an educator, engaging in inappropriate touching and making lewd comments directed at students during classroom lessons.

His criminal actions came to light after the victims' personal diaries and formal statements were brought to the attention of authorities. These pieces of evidence prompted a police investigation, which ultimately led to Kenney's arrest and subsequent conviction on multiple counts of lewd and libidinous conduct. The court heard how his misconduct represented a serious breach of both professional standards and moral boundaries, causing significant harm to the victims.

The judge emphasized the gravity of Kenney’s actions, highlighting the damage inflicted upon the young girls and the betrayal of trust inherent in his role as an educator. The sentence reflects the court’s recognition of the severity of his offenses and the lasting impact on those affected. Kenney’s case underscores the importance of safeguarding measures within educational environments and the need for accountability when professionals abuse their positions of authority.