Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott was found guilty on Monday of sexually abusing two children in incidents that occurred many years ago. This verdict came after a trial at a court in Scotland.
Dott faced two charges of inappropriate behavior: one involved a girl during the years 1993 to 1996, and the other involved a boy from 2006 to 2010. The accusations claimed that the 49-year-old acted inappropriately towards the girl by assaulting her, exposing himself, and encouraging her to touch him. He was also reported to have made sexual comments to the boy and touched him inappropriately.
Despite his denial of the allegations, the jury found him guilty. He is scheduled to be sentenced next month.
Detective Inspector Gary Smillie from Police Scotland commented on the case, stating, “Dott is a dangerous individual, and I hope this conviction offers some comfort to those affected by his actions.”
Dott, who won the world snooker championship in 2006 after defeating Peter Ebdon, has previously been the runner-up in 2004 and 2010. Following the charges, he was suspended by the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association.
