A 29-year-old man has been jailed for nine years after raping a teenager in Falkirk.
Sadeq Nikzad has also been placed on the Sex Offenders Register.
The incident took place on Monday 16th October 2023.
Detective Inspector Forbes Wilson, from the Forth Valley Public Protection Unit, said: “This was a particularly harrowing attack which was carried out during daylight in a busy town centre.
“Nikzad’s heinous actions had a profound effect on his young victim and I would like to commend her strength throughout this ordeal.
“I would also like to thank local officers for their excellent work which ensured Nikzad was identified, arrested and off the street within a few short hours following the incident.
“Police Scotland remains committed to tackling sexual crimes and bringing those responsible to justice. I’d encourage anyone who has been a victim of such crimes to come forward and report it to us. We’ll thoroughly investigate and have specially trained officers and partner agencies to support you throughout.”
Chief Inspector Alexander Hatrick, Area Commander for Falkirk, said: “We understand that crimes of this nature have a serious impact on the local community. We will continue to work closely with partners to address any such concerns in the area.”
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