Iain Robertson, the Bafta-winning actor best known for his role as Stevie O'Hara in the BBC soap opera River City, has been found guilty of raping one woman and sexually assaulting two others. The verdict was delivered on Tuesday at the High Court in Glasgow, where Robertson had faced multiple charges involving four women between 2004 and 2020.
Details of the Charges
The 45-year-old actor had denied a series of charges, including rape, but was convicted of raping one woman and sexually assaulting two others. He had originally faced an eighth charge relating to one of the women, but this was later withdrawn by the prosecution. Among the other accusations were that Robertson assaulted, threatened, and harassed a fellow actor.
Testimony and Character References
During the trial, witnesses described Robertson as “violent” and “controlling.” Prosecutor John Keenan KC told the jury that they had heard “strong and overwhelming” accounts from the women, arguing that a recurring pattern was Robertson’s alleged “controlling, humiliating and demeaning” treatment of them. Robertson, however, claimed any contact was consensual, telling jurors he was “no angel” but denying all charges.
Sentencing Adjourned
Judge Lady Drummond deferred sentencing until July 23. Robertson remains on bail pending sentencing. The case has drawn significant attention due to Robertson's prominence as a Bafta-winning actor and his long-running role on the popular BBC soap.
