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Jenny Foulds & Fraser Clarke

Survivors of vile Bonhill rapist are hailed for their bravery in speaking out

Three rape survivors who waived their right to anonymity to send a united message to their attacker in the Lennox have been hailed for their bravery.

Danielle Barr, Alexandra Bhengu-Smith and Violet Fox told vile rapist Paul Callanin ‘you didn’t win’ after the 35-year-old from Bonhill was found guilty at the High Court in Glasgow of raping them between 2005 and 2013 earlier this month.

They are now encouraging other victims of sex crimes to speak out, with Alexandra saying: “We’re waiving our right to anonymity because we want people to know they should not be ashamed.

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