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THE TRUTH ABOUT: Violent child rapist caught after escape sparks manhunt | History Defined

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A VIOLENT child rapist has been caught by police after escaping his escort while on community leave.

Cliff Lyons Dobbie, who is a restricted patient, absconded in Perth city centre on Thursday.

Dobbie was convicted of raping a 10-year-old girl in Glasgow while on bail for sexually abusing a 12-year-old boy in 1990.

He has been housed in high-security units, including The State Hospital in Carstairs, ever since.

Shortly after 8am on Saturday morning, Police Scotland confirmed Lyons Dobbie had been found.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We are pleased to confirm Cliff Lyons Dobbie has been traced.

"Thanks to everyone who shared our appeal."

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