Former Snooker Champion Graeme Dott Jailed for Seven Years for Child Sexual Abuse

Graeme Dott, known for his achievements as a world snooker champion, became the subject of serious allegations relating to child sexual abuse. The accusations centered on incidents involving two children, a boy and a girl, both of whom were of primary school age at the time.

The allegations described a pattern of inappropriate behavior that spanned several years. This led to an investigation by Scottish authorities and eventually to criminal charges against Dott.

The case against Dott moved forward in the Scottish courts throughout 2026. According to reports, Dott was found guilty after a trial that heard testimony from the victims and examined evidence of his conduct.

On September 29, 2026, the high court in Edinburgh sentenced Dott to seven years in prison. The court found that Dott had engaged in 'lewd, indecent and libidinous behaviour' with the two children, involving inappropriate touching and kissing.

During sentencing, the judge highlighted that Dott's actions represented a gross violation of trust and bore the hallmarks of grooming. The offences were described as historical, meaning they took place some years ago, but only recently came to light and prosecution.

The verdict and sentence were widely covered by national and international media, reflecting the seriousness of the crimes and Dott's high profile in the sporting world.

Graeme Dott is now serving his seven-year prison sentence following his conviction. The case has brought renewed attention to the issue of safeguarding children within and beyond the world of sports.

No appeals or further legal actions have been reported at this time. The victims have seen their abuser brought to justice, and authorities emphasize the importance of reporting abuse, no matter how much time has passed.