Man charged over two decade old sexual assault
A man has been arrested and charged in connection with two violent sexual attacks that took place on the same night in Glasgow 21-years ago.
The frightening incidents saw three men prey on two separate male victims in a park area next to the River Kelvin in 2003.
A 22-year-old man was first approached by the three men who physically and sexually assaulted him late on Saturday, September 2003.
Around two hours later, in the early hours of Sunday, 14 September, 2003, a 25-year-old man was also physically and sexually assaulted by three men.
Over two decades on police yesterday arrested 65-year-old old man who was charged in connection with both incidents. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Detectives say the investigation is still ongoing to identify and trace the two other male suspects.
They have also appealed to any victims who suffered a similar attack to come forward and report it to the police, echoing the appeal shared by Strathclyde Police in 2003.
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Detective Inspector John Dowds said: 'These incidents were frightening and distressing for the victims who have had to wait over 20 years for someone to be arrested in connection with what happened.
'Time really is no barrier to a police investigation. We are committed to exploring all lines of enquiry and using advancements in forensics to ensure suspects are identified.
'At the time of these incidents my counterpart in Strathclyde Police appealed for anyone who may have been the victim of a similar attack to come forward and report it to police. I would echo this message today; anyone who has concerns should come forward and speak to officers, be assured you will be listened to and taken seriously.'
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