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Police Scotland’s Vetting Missed Prior Warnings on Rapist

8/28/2026

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Police Scotland recruited Alan Greer, a serial rapist, despite two prior reports of criminal behaviour against women.
Vetting staff knew of Greer’s past offences when he joined Strathclyde Police in 2009.
Police investigated Greer in 2002 and 2005 for inappropriate calls to women, issuing a formal caution.
Police Scotland told the BBC there were no missed opportunities to spot Greer’s offending earlier.

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Story summary

Police Scotland recruited Alan Greer, a serial rapist, despite two prior reports of criminal behaviour against women.
Vetting staff knew of Greer’s past offences when he joined Strathclyde Police in 2009.
Police investigated Greer in 2002 and 2005 for inappropriate calls to women, issuing a formal caution.
Police Scotland told the BBC there were no missed opportunities to spot Greer’s offending earlier.