Alex Duffy
Case Information & Details
Here's a summary of public criminal case information associated with individuals named 'Alex Duffy' in the UK:
Alex Duffy, Former Strathclyde University Professor
Alex Duffy, a 68-year-old former Professor of Engineering at Strathclyde University, is facing significant criminal charges in Scotland. He is accused of 21 sexual offenses, including rape, against five different women, some of whom were students. The alleged crimes span from 2008 to 2020, with many reportedly occurring at the university where he worked.
Key facts and legal proceedings:
- Charges: 21 allegations of sexual offenses, including the rape of two women, attempted rape, making aggressive sexual remarks, coercing sexual acts, and blackmail attempts.
- Victims: Five different women, including students.
- Dates of Alleged Crimes: Between 2008 and 2020.
- Court: High Court in Glasgow.
- Court Appearances/Decisions: Duffy denied all claims via his legal team at a hearing at the High Court in Glasgow. A preliminary hearing was continued on July 22, 2026.
- Trial Date: He is scheduled to face a jury trial in August 2027, which is expected to last approximately 12 days.
- Bail Status: Duffy remains on bail.
- University Response: The University of Strathclyde has confirmed that Duffy is no longer employed there and stated they are aware of the allegations but cannot comment further as it is a live case.
Alexandra Duffy (Hawarden, Wales)
In October 2022, Alexandra Duffy, of Hawarden, appeared at Wrexham Magistrates Court. She was fined for drug driving (being over the legal limit for ketamine) and possession and attempted possession of ketamine. She was banned from driving for three years and received fines totaling £350, plus costs and a victim surcharge.
Colin Duffy (Northern Ireland)
In September 2022, a High Court of Justice in Northern Ireland ruling concerned a case involving Colin Duffy, Henry Fitzsimmons, and Alex McCrory. Colin Duffy, along with the others, faced serious criminal charges, including attempted murder, in connection with a gun attack on police in Belfast in December 2013.