Police were called to Aberdour Crescent in Dunfermline amid rising tensions and public unrest after online speculation and social media posts suggested a known sex offender had been moved into the area.
The situation rapidly escalated after footage and comments were shared on platforms such as Instagram and Facebook, sparking anger among residents, with some accusing authorities of protecting the individual while leaving families and children at risk. The incident has drawn dozens of community members into heated discussions, both online and outside the property in question.
Multiple social media users claimed the individual was relocated to a “safe place” by police, prompting widespread outrage. One commenter said, “He doesn’t need protection — it’s our kids who need protecting.” Another added, “Should not be allowed out ever. Makes me feel sick.”
Eyewitnesses reported that police were seen at the property, and there were unconfirmed reports of protests and individuals being placed into police vehicles as the situation intensified. Some users alleged that the person in question was removed for their own safety, while others claimed they had returned to the property shortly after the commotion.
The event has been described by some social media users as a “PDF file hunt” — a term often used by online vigilante groups targeting suspected offenders. Several commenters also questioned the proximity of the individual’s residence to a local primary school, expressing fear and anger over the perceived lack of transparency from authorities.
Calls for justice and stronger protections for children were echoed throughout the online discourse. “Why is it that abusers get more protection than victims?” asked one resident. Others called for tougher laws and community awareness, with one user saying, “If the system won’t protect our kids, the community will.”
Police have not yet released an official statement, and the identity of the individual at the centre of the incident has not been publicly confirmed. However, officers are urging members of the public to remain calm and allow due legal process to take place.
The situation highlights growing public frustration over how convicted offenders are managed within communities, especially near schools and family homes. Authorities are expected to face increasing pressure to provide clearer communication and stronger safeguards in such cases.
This is a developing story. Further updates will follow as more details become available.
