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Sheriff warns: we can no longer ensure public safety

A leading sheriff yesterday said Scottish courts could no longer guarantee public protection after attacking a "nameless official". ( Includes sheriff's statement )

A leading sheriff yesterday said Scottish courts could no longer guarantee public protection after attacking a "nameless official" over the early release of a youth who committed further crimes while on a home curfew order.