Iain Robertson's reputation as a respected actor has been irreparably tarnished by a nine-year prison sentence, handed down after he was found guilty of multiple charges, including rape and domestic abuse. The High Court in Glasgow delivered this verdict following a trial that revealed the depths of Robertson's depravity over a period of 15 years.
The conviction encompasses five offences committed between 2004 and 2019, with witnesses describing Robertson as 'violent' and 'controlling'. Lady Drummond highlighted the profound impact of his actions on the victims, who now live with anxiety, fear, flashbacks, and significant issues with trust and personal safety.
One victim testified that she was raped by Robertson between 2018 and 2019 at his home in Glasgow's Tradeston. The court heard that this woman had known Robertson through their work on River City, but despite her expressed desire for a platonic relationship after becoming intimate, the assault occurred when she did not consent.
Further evidence detailed a pattern of abusive behaviour, including an incident where Robertson kicked over a table and broke a vase reportedly due to his unhappiness about the end of their sexual relationship. He was also found guilty of engaging in a course of abusive behaviour against this woman, which included another instance of a non-consensual sexual act.
Roberston's sentence includes being placed on the sex offenders' register upon release from prison and undergoing three years of supervised monitoring. This case serves as a stark reminder of the severe consequences for those convicted of such heinous crimes, particularly when they are public figures.