Sex pest Craig Thomson apologises as Hearts keep him on
Thomson was cleared to resume his career with Hearts following a club investigation into his conviction for "lewd, libidinous and indecent behaviour". The 20-year-old full-back earlier this month pleaded guilty, was fined and placed on the sex offenders register in relation to his inappropriate conduct towards two under-age girls over the internet.
A statement on Hearts' official website read: "The club believes that there is no reason for Craig Thomson not to continue his career as a professional footballer and he will resume training with immediate effect."
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Hide AdThomson added: "I would like to apologise to all those involved in this unfortunate affair.
"I was wrong for what I did and will, rightfully, accept my punishment for my errant conduct. I am fully aware that I have let everyone down and I am truly sorry for that.
"Football is my life and I will focus on that. I personally make no excuses for what I did but I would like to thank the club for studying the entire circumstances around the matter."
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