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'Urban hunter' jailed for raping two girls and abusing two women
An 'urban hunter' who subjected three children to a series of sexual assaults over a four-year period has been jailed for seven years. Brandon Robb, 28, attacked two girls and a young boy at locations in Fife between May 2011 and May 2015. The High Court in Edinburgh also heard how Robb acted in a threatening and abusive manner to two women in incidents which took place between November 2019 and February 2023. Robb, who has previous convictions for sexual offences, was brought to justice after his victims contacted police. Jurors heard how Robb raped his first victim on an occasion in 2011 when she was just eight years old after leading her to a secluded area. On various occasions between December 2012 and August 2014, Robb repeatedly raped the victim – a 12-year-old girl and subjected the child to a series of sexual assaults. In May 2015, Robb sexually assaulted a 12-year-old boy in the town. The court heard how his offending continued. In August 2020, he began abusing another woman, and he continued to do so until February 2023. Robb repeatedly shouted and swore at the woman, seizing her by the neck and compressing her breathing, and repeatedly punching her on the body. He also head butted her. Between November 2019 and May 31, 2020, he seized another woman on the body, sent her a threatening video, and attempted to contact her by phone and by social media. Robb gave evidence in which he denied any wrongdoing but Judge Lord Lake remanded him in custody after jurors returned guilty verdicts on six charges. Sentence was deferred for the court to obtain a report on whether Robb met the criteria for an order of lifelong restriction – an effective life sentence in which criminals are only released from custody once the parole board is satisfied they no longer pose a threat to public safety. On Monday, Judge Lord Lake concluded that Robb didn't meet the criteria needed to impose an OLR. He decided to pass a seven-year custodial term and told Robb he'd be supervised by the authorities for seven years following his release from custody. He added: 'It is clear that your victims have suffered greatly. 'The effects on them have been long-lasting and have been experienced over many years.' Robb previously posted pictures of himself and his dog hunting deer in the Scottish countryside on social media. He was jailed in 2014 after admitting to using his pet dog to hunt and kill a rare piebald deer. A court heard how he lived a 'feral existence' and was an 'urban hunter'. He killed the piebald while awaiting sentencing for stealing 30 ducks from a farm in Fife. Following the conviction, prosecutor Margaret Barron revealed that Robb had 21 previous convictions and had served time in prison. The court heard that these convictions were for 'analogous matters' and that he had been placed on the Sex Offenders Register following previous proceedings. On Monday, defence advocate Richard Goddard KC told Lord Lake that his client had a 'chaotic' childhood, and this affected him as he became an adult. Mr Goddard added: 'He had a lack of any kind of moral framework or any assistance with his upbringing. 'He did not have any kind of moral guidance at all.' Lord Lake also placed Robb on the Sex Offenders Register for life. Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
This $40 Million Caribbean Estate Is Like Your Own Private Resort
Your next vacation home could well be in 'America's Paradise.' A quaint hilltop estate in the U.S. Virgin Islands has just hit the market for $40 million. Perched atop two hillside acres on the island of St. John, the aptly named Le Paradis (or 'Paradise' in English) is surrounded by protected parklands that provide residents with an unmatched level of privacy. Tucked away in the private enclave Estate Catherineberg, the palatial mansion offers striking panoramas of St. John's north shore. Corby Parfitt and Eric Bauman of U.S. Virgin Islands Sotheby's International Realty hold the listing. More from Robb Report This $72.5 Million Utah Ranch's 7,000+ Rugged Acres Include a Backcountry Camp Jeff Bezos Has Changed the Location of His Extravagant Venice Wedding Following Protests Wealthy Europeans Moving to Tax Havens Are Getting Hit With Exit Charges From Their Home Countries Le Paradis dates back to 1981, but was recently treated to a meticulous, multi-year renovation, according to press materials. World-renowned architects Tony Ingrao and Mario Nievera teamed up with Kevin Qualls of local firm Springline Architects to rebuild and expand the home. The sprawling pad offers some 16,450 square feet of living space and no less than eight bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and three half baths. Through the gated entry, a winding palm tree-lined pathway leads to the central courtyard and the main home. The great room showcases soaring cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, sleek hardwood floors, and large windows that allow light to filter into the nearby lounge and dining area. The interior decor spotlights materials from all around the world. The kitchen, for example, features custom St. Charles Sycamore cabinetry, locally quarried stone, imported Italian marble, and fixtures from THG and Gessi. The clever indoor-outdoor design of Le Paradis means that there are places to relax both inside and out. The rear deck affords gob-smacking vistas out over the infinity pool and spa, while the scenic covered terrace features an alfresco lounge and dining area. Back inside lies a state-of-the-art home theater with coastal views, two large executive offices, and a private wellness center with a fitness suite, spa, and meditation spaces. As for accommodation, the home offers a lavish primary suite with a private balcony plus six guest suites with spa-like en suites and custom built-ins. The property also includes dedicated staff accommodations. To top it off, Le Paradis is one of the only residences on St. John to feature a private elevator. RELATED: What It's Really Like to Buy a Private Island Those sweet on Saint Thomas might also be interested in a nine-acre spread that recently came to market. Comprised of four homes and a private waterfall, the $30 million estate would also make a great addition to your portfolio. We'll let you decide between the of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Lolo Ranch in Photos
More from Robb Report This $7 Million L.A. Home by Famed Architect Paul R. Williams Comes With a Speakeasy A Gothic Revival Home Bombed in the Zeppelin Raids of 1915 Can Be Yours for $4.5 Million A Glamorously Updated 19th-Century Townhouse in London's Chester Terrace Lists for $13.5 Million Best of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article. Lolo Ranch spans nearly 2,000 acres that border the Lolo National Forest. The unassuming entrance gate. The five-bedroom, six-bath lodge. A porch overlooks the grounds. A large stone patio includes a massive outdoor fireplace. There are several historic outbuildings with original stonework. There are paved and gravel roads. The property is home to both domestic livetock and extensive wildlife. Elk roam the ranch.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
Bob Newhart's L.A. House in Photos
More from Robb Report Late TV Legend Bob Newhart's Longtime L.A. Home Is Up for Grabs at $10.5 Million An Art World Couple's Longtime Compound in the Hamptons Lists for $8 Million Inside a Grand $16 Million Houston Mansion With European-Inspired Gardens Best of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article. The Spanish Revival townhouse features four bedrooms and seven baths in about 6,600 square feet. A gated entry courtyard greets with city views. The fountain-clad courtyard opens into a double-height foyer with a curving wrought iron-railed staircase. The foyer flows to a fireside living room. The formal dining room sits beneath a coffered ceiling. A wet bar-equipped family room is next to the kitchen. The eat-in kitchen is outfitted with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. The family room opens onto a patio that's ideal for alfresco entertaining. The upstairs primary bedroom comes with a fireplace and Juliet balcony. The primary has dual walk-in closets and baths. Three more en suite bedrooms can be found on the second level. The top floor hosts a spacious office. The office spills out to a covered balcony warmed by a fireplace.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Hal Buckner and Dorothy Lichtenstein's House in Photos
More from Robb Report A Music Industry Exec's Boldly Angled Santa Barbara Wine Country Estate Lists for $10 Million This Striking $10.1 Million Home in London Was Born From a Cold War Weapon Site Inside the $2.6 Million Pedestal House, a Striking Architectural Abode in British Columbia Best of Robb Report The 10 Priciest Neighborhoods in America (And How They Got to Be That Way) In Pictures: Most Expensive Properties Click here to read the full article. Buckner crafted many of his signature cut-aluminum sculptures on site. An aerial view of the art studio. The home is tucked behind gates. Buckner's sculptures can be found throughout the grounds. The great room inside the main house. The lounge area. The galley kitchen. The dining area. The primary bedroom. One of the bathrooms. A guest bedroom. The entrance to the art studio. The ground floor includes a gallery space. The art studio's top floor includes a voluminous space. The studio includes a full bath and an elevator. A stone-paved porch outside the studio. The swimming pool. The floor plan shows the relationship of the residence to and the art studio.
