A perpetrator of violence who raped a child in a Falkirk shelter was sentenced to 12 years in prison

A child abuser who targeted young girls during sleepovers at his Falkirk home has been jailed.

Anthony Walker raped one child and engaged in lewd, indecent and lascivious practices on all five victims between 1998 and 2007.

The children were between six and 13 years old when the abuse began.

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The 61-year-old forced two girls to watch pornographic material and then touched them indecently.

Walker entered the bedroom while several of the girls were undressed and watched as one pretended to sleep.

He exposed himself to several of his victims and performed sexual acts in front of them.

On May 13, 2024, after a trial at the High Court in Stirling, he was found guilty of seven charges.

On June 11, 2024, he was sentenced to 12 years in prison by the High Court in Livingston. He was also placed on the sex offenders’ register for an indefinite period.

Scottish High Court Sex Offenses Prosecutor Katrina Parkes said:

“Anthony Walker posed a threat to young girls for many years. He took advantage of his position of trust in the worst possible way.

“The trauma these victims suffered was paramount to us as we worked to secure a conviction.

“It is thanks to the bravery of those affected by Walker’s crime that he has now been brought to justice. They should be commended for their bravery and bravery.

“We encourage anyone who has experienced a similar crime to come forward – regardless of how long it has been.

“You will be heard and we will strive to deliver justice by making sure people are safe from crime and that those responsible are identified and held accountable.”

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