A juvenile offender, Kieran McFarlane Mauchline Paedophile, apprehended for possessing child exploitation photos also sexually abused a female in Ayr while still a minor.
Kieran McFarlane admitted guilt to possessing indecent images or pseudo-images of children at a location on Chapelton Crescent, Ayr.
The 20-year-old confessed to possessing the photos from February 17 to October 18, 2023, during an early plea hearing at Ayr Sheriff Court.
Kieran McFarlane additionally entered a guilty plea to a second allegation of sexually assaulting a female at a different location in Ayr on February 26, 2023.
He acknowledged groping her breasts and made sexual remarks towards her throughout the encounter.
The Crown’s indictment alleges that he subsequently kissed her neck and tried to place his hands inside her pants.
Defence attorney John Gallagher indicated that his client admitted guilt to both allegations in the indictment, while the Crown prosecutor noted that he had no prior convictions.
Sheriff David Young stated: “Attendance for [social work and risk assessment] reports is mandatory, and you must meet with social workers.” Bail will be maintained under the same stipulations.
“I must inform you that, due to the nature of your conviction under the Sexual Offences Act, you are now obligated to comply with the notification requirements.”
Kieran McFarlane, currently residing on Lochlea Avenue, Mauchline, will return for sentencing at a subsequent date.
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