Police Scotland apologise to Emma Caldwell's family and Iain Packer's victims

Police Scotland has apologised to the family of murdered sex worker Emma Caldwell and other victims of killer Iain Packer for being "let down by policing".

“A significant number of women and girls who showed remarkable courage to speak up at that time also did not get the justice and support they needed and deserved from Strathclyde Police. “William is, sadly, no longer here to see this day, but I hope this verdict gives Margaret and all those affected by this case, the justice they deserve.

“Iain Packer was a calculating sexual predator who targeted women over many years. It is hard to comprehend how anyone could carry out such despicable, ruthless acts. “We have reflected and learnt from the initial investigation and subsequent re –investigation. Significant changes have been made in recent years to improve our organisational culture and our response, particularly in respect of investigative structures, victim care and processes to these types of crimes.

Source: Law Daily Report (lawdailyreport.net)

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