Dumbarton, Scotland – A 24-year-old man was sentenced to 12 months in jail for a violent attack on another man at a train station in Alexandria. Scott McCallion pleaded guilty to attempting to strike the victim with a bottle and repeatedly punching and kicking him, resulting in severe injury and permanent impairment. The attack was aggravated by prejudice related to sexual orientation, making the incident even more heinous. McCallion also obstructed paramedics and made threatening and abusive remarks, further displaying his aggressive behavior.
The court heard that McCallion, who was already on two bail orders at the time of the incident, arrived at Alexandria rail station and initiated the attack at 6:27 a.m. He dragged the victim to the ground, threw punches, and attempted to strike him with a bottle. The violent altercation resulted in the victim sustaining a broken jaw and being covered in blood, prompting a witness to call the police.
Even after his arrest, McCallion continued his aggressive behavior by being abusive to hospital staff and assaulting a police officer. He was eventually treated for a head injury, while his victim had to undergo surgery for their broken jaw and other injuries sustained during the attack. The court also noted that McCallion had a history of violent behavior, having been jailed for separate offenses just months prior to this incident.
In his defense, McCallion’s solicitor acknowledged the seriousness of his client’s actions and conceded that a custodial sentence was unavoidable. The presiding sheriff echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the severity of McCallion’s behavior and handed down a 12-month jail sentence, to begin after the completion of his current custodial sentences.
This sentencing serves as a stern reminder of the legal consequences of violent behavior and the importance of upholding the law to protect victims of such attacks. The victim in this case suffered serious physical harm, and it is essential for the justice system to hold perpetrators accountable for their actions.