Former headteacher convicted of historic attacks on children at Ovenstone School in Fife

A former headteacher has been convicted of assaulting children at a residential school in Fife.

Alexander Cameron worked at Ovenstone School in Pittenweem, Fife and carrieed out the offences in the 1980s and 1990s.

The residential school closed in 1998.

On Friday, the 88-year-old was found guilty following a trial at Dundee Sheriff Court.

He was found guilty of assaults on multiple child victims and is due to be sentenced at Dundee Sheriff Court on March 16.

Detective Sergeant Sally de Boer, from the Non-recent Child Abuse Investigation Team in Fife, said: “This was a large-scale investigation which spanned a significant period of time at Ovenstone School.

“I hope this conviction brings some form of comfort and closure to the victims.

“Alexander Cameron committed crimes against vulnerable children who were in his care, and whom he was supposed to be protecting. His behaviour was abhorrent and he will now face the consequences of his actions.

“I would like to thank the victims in this case for their strength in coming forward, and their continued determination throughout the investigation.

“I would also like to thank the officers who were dedicated to this extensive enquiry and commend them for their work alongside our partners, which has ultimately brought Cameron to justice.”

Police Scotland is committed to investigating abuse, whether that be sexual or physical, regardless of the passage of time or the setting in which these crimes have been committed.

Anyone who has experienced abuse or who has concerns is urged to report this. We will continue to work closely with our partner agencies to ensure that victims are supported and offenders are brought to justice.