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Driver crashed partner’s car into a tree after taking it without permission

06 November 2024
Driver crashed partner’s car into a tree after taking it without permission

Driver crashed partner’s car into a tree after taking it without permission

06 November 2024

Although he was a provisional driving licence holder, the court heard he had similar previous convictions.


‘Very upset’ domestic abuser rejected by wife and banned from contacting her

05 November 2024
‘Very upset’ domestic abuser rejected by wife and banned from contacting her

‘Very upset’ domestic abuser rejected by wife and banned from contacting her

05 November 2024

A sheriff had previously called the case "very disturbing" and that he had "deep concerns" about the prospect of the couple reuniting.


‘You are getting murdered. I am going to set your house and car on fire’ - jilted boyfriend jailed for throwing brick through windscreen of ex-girlfriend’s car

05 November 2024
‘You are getting murdered. I am going to set your house and car on fire’ - jilted boyfriend jailed for throwing brick through windscreen of ex-girlfriend’s car

‘You are getting murdered. I am going to set your house and car on fire’ - jilted boyfriend jailed for throwing brick through windscreen of ex-girlfriend’s car

05 November 2024

The woman had ended the relationship because he had spent most of the time serving a prison sentence.


Man who kicked ex-partner's ‘head and body like a football’ is jailed

04 November 2024
Man who kicked ex-partner's ‘head and body like a football’ is jailed

Man who kicked ex-partner's ‘head and body like a football’ is jailed

04 November 2024

During his trial, he claimed he could not have carried out the life-threatening violence because he was in bed with his new girlfriend at the time.


Alleged murder victim was ‘stripped and beaten with wrists and ankles bound’

04 November 2024
Alleged murder victim was ‘stripped and beaten with wrists and ankles bound’

Alleged murder victim was ‘stripped and beaten with wrists and ankles bound’

04 November 2024

Three people are to stand trial charged with the murder of an Inverness man - including his estranged wife.


Shop worker hit with bottle of Smirnoff Ice day after attacker released from jail

04 November 2024
Shop worker hit with bottle of Smirnoff Ice day after attacker released from jail

Shop worker hit with bottle of Smirnoff Ice day after attacker released from jail

04 November 2024

A 21-year-old man was drunk when he entered an Inverness shop after 7am.


COURT ROUND UP: Drink-driver fined, assault on beggar and fond farewell for a ‘legend’

03 November 2024
COURT ROUND UP: Drink-driver fined, assault on beggar and fond farewell for a ‘legend’

COURT ROUND UP: Drink-driver fined, assault on beggar and fond farewell for a ‘legend’

03 November 2024

It was another busy week for Inverness Sherriff Court.


Police launch enquiry after woman (35) found injured in Inverness

02 November 2024
Police launch enquiry after woman (35) found injured in Inverness

Police launch enquiry after woman (35) found injured in Inverness

02 November 2024

The woman was also arrested in connection with an outstanding warrant.


Suspected drink-driver receives three-figure fine

02 November 2024
Suspected drink-driver receives three-figure fine

Suspected drink-driver receives three-figure fine

02 November 2024

Police found the woman stood outside her vehicle at her home holding the car keys.


'I will find out who you love and kill them' - woman threatens police

02 November 2024
'I will find out who you love and kill them' - woman threatens police

'I will find out who you love and kill them' - woman threatens police

02 November 2024

It happened after she assaulted her ex-partner who was begging for money in the city centre.


‘One of a kind’ court ‘legend’ bows out after 42 years’ service

01 November 2024
‘One of a kind’ court ‘legend’ bows out after 42 years’ service

‘One of a kind’ court ‘legend’ bows out after 42 years’ service

01 November 2024

He has made more sheriff court appearances than all the most prolific offenders in the Highlands put together.


COURT ROUND-UP: Sex offenders and domestic abusers among last month's Inverness court business

01 November 2024
COURT ROUND-UP: Sex offenders and domestic abusers among last month's Inverness court business

COURT ROUND-UP: Sex offenders and domestic abusers among last month's Inverness court business

01 November 2024

Here's our recap of some of the cases that made the headlines last month.


Man caught on camera … stealing doorbell camera

31 October 2024
Man caught on camera … stealing doorbell camera

Man caught on camera … stealing doorbell camera

31 October 2024

Sean McAdam had been in dispute with his neighbours.


Fake Hollywood actress scammer jailed for 8 months

31 October 2024
Fake Hollywood actress scammer jailed for 8 months

Fake Hollywood actress scammer jailed for 8 months

31 October 2024

A woman who teamed up with her mum to con their family in a fake Hollywood actress scam was jailed today for eight months.


Drink-driver caught after police spotted car moving very slowly and weaving from side to side on A96

31 October 2024
Drink-driver caught after police spotted car moving very slowly and weaving from side to side on A96

Drink-driver caught after police spotted car moving very slowly and weaving from side to side on A96

31 October 2024

30-year-old motorist had taken his father's car without permission.


Drug-driver given ‘another chance’ in order to save his business

31 October 2024
Drug-driver given ‘another chance’ in order to save his business

Drug-driver given ‘another chance’ in order to save his business

31 October 2024

Sheriff admits she was in a “difficult position” weighing up accused livelihood and that of his employee.


Man admits domestic abuse ‘under provocation’ while on bail

30 October 2024
Man admits domestic abuse ‘under provocation’ while on bail

Man admits domestic abuse ‘under provocation’ while on bail

30 October 2024

He admitted assaulting the woman by punching her on the head.


Scottish law firm Brodies LLP reports busy year for its clients in the Highlands and Islands

30 October 2024
Scottish law firm Brodies LLP reports busy year for its clients in the Highlands and Islands

Scottish law firm Brodies LLP reports busy year for its clients in the Highlands and Islands

30 October 2024

Brodies LLP has reported a busy year for its clients in the Highlands and Islands, with investments in energy and land playing a key role.


Woman drank wine before causing car crash that left couple with life-changing injuries

29 October 2024
Woman drank wine before causing car crash that left couple with life-changing injuries

Woman drank wine before causing car crash that left couple with life-changing injuries

29 October 2024

A 56-year-old woman has been banned from driving for a year after causing a car collision.


‘I’m a bad bastard’ says Kingussie accused

29 October 2024
‘I’m a bad bastard’ says Kingussie accused

‘I’m a bad bastard’ says Kingussie accused

29 October 2024

A Kingussie man has been jailed for two years at Inverness Sheriff Court after admitting charges including assault and robbery.


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