Stealthing case rapist Luke Ford jailed for years of abuse

Ford was described in court docket as a “jobbing” actor and mannequin, who preyed on ladies that he met by way of relationship apps.

He boasted of being one in every of Brad Pitt’s stand-ins when the Hollywood star filmed World Battle Z in Glasgow in 2013. He additionally appeared in a Deacon Blue music video.

A number of victims described Ford’s abusive and controlling behaviour, which brought on them to be remoted from family and friends in addition to fearful for their very own security.

Det Insp Grey mentioned that the victims testimonies “vastly contributed” to Ford being convicted.

He added: “I hope that realizing he’s now behind bars for his crimes helps them proceed to maneuver ahead with their lives.”

Scotland’s Procurator Fiscal for Excessive Court docket Sexual Offending, Katrina Parkes, mentioned that Ford was ready to make use of manipulation, pressure or threats to hold out his abuse.

She mentioned: “He confirmed disregard for the significance of consent between companions.

“It’s vital that amongst the various offences he dedicated our prosecutors have been capable of show rape in Ford’s failure to make use of a condom throughout intercourse – with out the consent of his then-partner.”

She added that hopefully his victims would discover “reduction” over the sentence.

Legal professionals performing for Ford and the Crown had debated whether or not he ought to be subjected to an order for lifelong restriction.

On the Excessive Court docket in Edinburgh Lord Summers declined to implement the order, saying there was “purpose to assume” Ford could also be amenable to vary, citing his relative youth and willingness to participate in academic workshops.

Lord Summers advised Ford he could be subjected to 5 years supervision following his launch from custody.

Ford was additionally positioned on the Intercourse Offenders Register for all times.