Schoolboy, 8, Sexually Assaulted While Camping at Loch Ness

Overview

The suspect is described as:

• White male
• Aged 40–50
• Around 5ft 10ins tall
• Bald

Family and Community in Shock

The boy’s family, who were camping at the site, were left shaken by the incident. Specialist officers are supporting the child and his family while investigations continue.

Detective Inspector Christopher Macleod said:

“A dedicated team of officers are carrying out investigations and it is vital we trace the man responsible as soon as possible.
If you were within the campsite or the surrounding area yesterday evening and noticed anything or anyone suspicious, please contact us.”

Increased Police Presence

Police confirmed there will be a significant police presence in the Drumnadrochit area as they carry out door-to-door enquiries, CCTV trawls, and forensic searches.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident 0167 of 31 July 2025, or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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