Jail death of man accused of molesting boy at Scots campsite 'non-suspicious'

Jail Death of Man Accused of Molesting Boy at Scots Campsite Confirmed Non-Suspicious

John Bell, 44, died at HMP Inverness on Saturday, November 8, while being held on remand. He faced charges of sexually assaulting an eight-year-old boy at a campsite near Loch Ness in July.

Details of the Incident

The police launched a major investigation after the child was allegedly approached inside his tent while his parents camped nearby. The boy's father reportedly woke up to his son's distress and saw the alleged attacker fleeing.

Legal Proceedings

Bell, from Grangemouth, was traced and charged by police in September.
He appeared at Inverness Sheriff Court and made no plea.
The case was committed for further examination, and Bell remained in custody.

Circumstances of Death

Reports indicate that John Bell died in his cell. Police have confirmed the death as non-suspicious. A Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) will be held in due course.

A Scottish Prison Service spokesperson said: “Every death, whether in prison custody or in our communities, is a tragedy for all those who knew and supported the individual.”

Author’s summary: John Bell’s death in custody during his remand on serious charges has been ruled non-suspicious, with a formal inquiry planned to investigate the circumstances fully.

Daily Record — 2025-11-10

Jail Death of Man Accused of Molesting Boy at Scots Campsite Confirmed Non-Suspicious

Details of the Incident

Legal Proceedings

Circumstances of Death

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