A FORMER Langholm cop convicted of rape has had his bid to re-claim his full police pension thrown out

In a written judgement Sheriff Kenneth Ross dismissed Adam Carruthers’ case adding that he had “no right” to the money.

A hearing will be held on September 3 on expenses in the case.

Langholm Monument

He has already received upwards of £100,000 for legal representation relating to his conviction and other claims.

His trial and failed appeal cost £101,395, and he also obtained close to £10,000 while in prison for "advice and assistance" and to raise a number of civil claims, including £2,100 compensation for slopping out.

His action over his reduced pension could cost the taxpayer a further £100,000.

Bizarre double life of a rapist

[ADAM Carruthers], 38, was a prominent figure in the community he served until his suspension from duty in November 1998. He was also a member of Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary Pipe Band.

The community of Penpont, near Dumfries, was divided last night over Carruthers. Some saw him as a pillar of the community and others as a bully about whom they were scared to speak.

In Langholm, there were persistent rumours and complaints by women led to the initial inquiry by Dumfries and Galloway CID and his suspension.

The judge reminded Carruthers that he had attacked one woman, known as Mrs X, on her sick bed, after she had tried to commit suicide because of his abuse.

Sordid Baton Sex Attacks
A SENIOR policeman accused of rape and sordid sex attacks using his baton told a jury yesterday his alleged victims had lied.

Insp Adam Carruthers, 38, claimed one of the women even asked him for advice on producing a photofit of the man she said raped her.

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MASONIC COVER-UP CLAIM ON RAPE COP

RAPIST cop Adam Carruthers may have used masonic links to cover up his crimes, it was claimed yesterday. The former police inspector was jailed for 12 years last week for raping two women. Now, 31 women in Dumfries and Galloway have come forward to accuse him of sexual assaults, including rape. An inquiry into the new allegations is being handled by Lothian and Borders officers.
Carruthers, 38, used his status to threaten terrified victims into keeping quiet. His sexual conduct brought warnings from his bosses, dating back 16 years. He was still promoted to inspector.
The first inquiry, carried out by Dumfries and Galloway colleagues, collapsed in 1998.
Last night, insiders hinted masonic links might have helped him escape justice. A former senior officer, who served with Carruthers, said: "It would be more surprising if he was not a mason. He was known to be involved with women in various towns and there were complaints. But he was simply moved and was promoted."
Former Labour MP Maria Fyfe urged the Scottish Executive to launch an independent inquiry into the masonic links, adding:
"It's extraordinary he was promoted when his behaviour was known about."

Dr Elaine Murray, MSP for Dumfries, backed her call. A lodge spokesman and Dumfries and Galloway Police said masonic membership would not have altered how Carruthers was dealt with.