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Cliff Lyons Dobbie

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Cliff Lyons Dobbie

Cliff Lyons Dobbie

Published
Sexual OffencesChild Sexual Offences
Unknown / Not ConfirmedGlasgow 54 years oldMale

Summary

Cliff Lyons Dobbie was convicted in 1990 for the rape of a 10-year-old girl in Glasgow, committed while he was on bail for the sexual abuse of a 12-year-old boy. Following his conviction, he was sentenced to jail and has been managed as a restricted patient within secure psychiatric facilities, including the State Hospital at Carstairs.

Dobbie remains a subject of public safety monitoring due to his classification as a restricted patient. Reports indicate that he recently absconded from staff while on escorted community leave in Perth.

SentenceJailed indefinitely

Case Timeline

Sentenced8 August 1990

Case Details

Police Force

Police Scotland

Tags

manhuntescaped prisonerrestricted patient

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Conviction Confirmed

Added: 8 August 2026

Last Updated: 8 August 2026

Approved: 8 August 2026

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