Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott found guilty of sexually abusing children
UKPulse News Desk
Graeme Dott, a 49-year-old former world snooker champion, has been found guilty of sexually abusing two primary school age children.
- Dott subjected a girl and a boy to multiple incidents of abuse between 1993-96 and 2006-10 respectively
- He was found guilty of two counts of lewd, indecent and libidinous behaviour towards the children
Graeme Dott has been convicted of sexually abusing two primary school age children. The abuse happened in the Glasgow area.
The first victim, a woman now in her 40s, told the court that Dott had exposed himself to her and touched her inappropriately on multiple occasions.
The second victim, a man in his late 20s, said he was sexually abused by Dott while he was in a shower, when Dott would come in either partly or completely undressed.
Why this matters: The conviction highlights the importance of protecting vulnerable children from abuse and ensuring that perpetrators are held accountable.
What this means for you: If you or someone you know has been a victim of abuse, there are resources available to help. The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) provides support and guidance.