A man who attempted to rape a woman has she walked through a country estate in Edinburgh has been handed an lifelong restriction order after being deemed a risk to the public.
Paul Watson attacked a 58-year-old lady in the Drum Estate on August 13, 2021. The 33-year-old approached her from behind and forced her to the ground. The woman then struggled with Watson and fought back as he attempted to remove her clothing.
Police arrested the predator two days after the incident and he was subsequently charged.
