INVERNESS MAN PETER GLADSTONE CONVICTED OF BESTIALITY AND ONLINE GROOMING SCANDAL

Peter Gladstone, a resident of Rosehaugh Road in Inverness, has been found guilty of serious criminal offenses involving bestiality and online grooming. The case, which has garnered significant attention, reveals disturbing details about Gladstone's actions and the circumstances surrounding his crimes.

Gladstone, born around 1999, was convicted of engaging in sexual activity with a dog at his Inverness home between May 5 and June 17, 2018. The charges stem from acts in which he was coerced by another man, who manipulated him into performing these acts. During the investigation, Gladstone was found to have taken photographs of the incident, which he retained, further complicating the case.

In addition to the bestiality charges, Gladstone faced allegations of possessing extreme pornographic images involving himself and the dog. These images were discovered during the investigation, highlighting the severity of his offenses.

The case took a further disturbing turn when Gladstone was exposed by anti-paedophile vigilantes for online grooming activities. It was revealed that he had formed an online relationship with a young boy, which involved inappropriate communication and grooming behavior. This exposure added a layer of complexity to his criminal profile, indicating a pattern of disturbing behavior involving minors.

During the court proceedings, Gladstone admitted to the charges of bestiality and possession of explicit material. His defense solicitor, Willie Young, argued that Gladstone had never met the man who coerced him into the acts and claimed that his client was under duress, stating, “He carried out these acts because he was coerced into committing these acts or the relationship would come to an end. He is sickened by his behaviour. This is a young man who has ongoing needs and continuing assessment.”

Judge Gordon Fleetwood, presiding over the case, acknowledged the time Gladstone had already spent in custody, stating, “This time you have spent in custody is punishment enough.” However, he emphasized the need for ongoing supervision and ordered Gladstone to be placed under three years of social work supervision. Additionally, Gladstone was mandated to participate in a sex offender’s rehabilitation program to address his behavior and prevent future offenses.

The case has left the Inverness community and wider public deeply concerned about the safety and well-being of vulnerable individuals, especially given the disturbing nature of the crimes and the involvement of online grooming activities.