Graeme Dott’s child abuse allegations have brought the former world snooker champion into the legal spotlight, following serious charges involving children spanning over a decade.
Graeme Dott, 47, who secured the World Snooker Championship title in 2006, appeared at the High Court in Glasgow this week in connection with child sex abuse allegations. The former champion, who also reached the finals in 2004 and 2010, has been released on bail as legal proceedings continue.
The accusations relate to two separate incidents:
- The first, dating between 1993 and 1996, involves a young girl of primary school age.
- The second concerns a boy, also of primary school age, between 2006 and 2010.
Both alleged incidents are said to have occurred in the Glasgow area. Dott’s court appearance took place on Wednesday at the High Court in Glasgow, where his bail was continued. He is due to return to court on 11 June.
The World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) confirmed last week that Dott has been suspended pending the outcome of the case.
A WPBSA spokesperson stated: “Graeme Dott has been suspended by the WPBSA due to a case which is scheduled to be heard before the High Court in Scotland. Whilst court proceedings are ongoing, it would be inappropriate for the WPBSA to make any further comment.”
The case has sent shockwaves through the snooker community, with fans and officials closely monitoring the developments. More details are expected to emerge during the next court session.
