Predatory carer jailed for vile attacks

A care worker, Robert Wilson, aged 53, has received an eight-year prison sentence for multiple sexual offenses. He was found guilty of repeatedly sexually assaulting Yvonne Carnie, a resident at a care home in North Berwick, between August 2022 and February 2023. Wilson also committed rape against another vulnerable woman in Tranent, East Lothian, between January 1 and March 5, 2013.

During sentencing at the High Court in Edinburgh, Lady Ross emphasized the "terrible breach of trust" Wilson committed. He will spend an additional three years on license following his release. Yvonne Carnie, who suffered from a progressive brain disorder, died at age 70 before the case concluded. Her family stated she never felt safe again.

Wilson, who has a mild learning difficulty, maintained his innocence throughout the trial, with his defense solicitor advocate stating he would cooperate with the prison system. He has been placed on the sex offenders' register indefinitely, and a non-harassment order was issued preventing contact with the rape victim.

The victim's family highlighted Wilson's "calculated, predatory disregard" and lack of remorse, noting the "devastating" effects of his crimes. They are considering addressing systematic failures that allowed the abuse to occur, emphasizing that Yvonne's courage was key to stopping the abuse.