Alexander Steven was found guilty of seven charges on 27 August 2025 following a trial at the High Court in Edinburgh.
The prosecution led evidence which showed how the 52-year-old targeted vulnerable women in Dundee between October 2020 and December 2022.
The court heard how Steven pulled out a pocket-sized weapon and attacked the victims within minutes of arriving at their homes.
On some occasions, he attempted to disguise his appearance by wearing a hat and a mask.
After gaining entry to the victims’ homes, he then checked other rooms to ensure they were alone before attacking the women.
The accused was found to have used multiple different phone numbers when contacting the victims.
Steven’s pattern of offending was demonstrated at the trial through witness testimony, CCTV images, text message exchanges and DNA evidence.
On 16 March 2026, at the High Court in Edinburgh, Steven was given an 18-year extended sentence with 14 years in custody.
His name has been added to the sex offenders register indefinitely.
Non-harassment orders banning Steven from contacting or attempting to contact the five victims were also granted indefinitely.
Faye Cook, Procurator Fiscal for High Court Sexual Offences, said:
“Alexander Steven’s depraved actions have no place in society. He subjected these women to truly harrowing ordeals while showing a complete disregard for their safety and welfare.
“These victims were particularly vulnerable, and he exploited that, knowing there was little they could do to protect themselves as he threatened them with weapons.
“We are very grateful to those who provided vital evidence for this prosecution and hope it brings some comfort to the victims that he has now been held accountable.
“Scotland's prosecutors will continue to take action against people who harm women, while supporting those affected through the prosecution process.”