STEVEN GRANT FROM STIRLING SEXUALLY ASSAULTS PRISON OFFICER DURING CELL VISIT

In a disturbing incident at Stirling’s women’s prison, an inmate named Steven Grant has pleaded guilty to the charge of sexually assaulting a prison officer during a routine cell visit. The assault took place on November 7 of the previous year, and the details of the incident reveal a troubling breach of conduct within the correctional facility.

According to court reports, the incident occurred around 5:20 pm when the prison officer was attending to Grant’s cell to deliver a meal and medication. The officer, who was following standard procedure, instructed Grant to stand in the ‘surrender position’ as part of the routine check. During this process, Grant, also known by the alias Lee Susan Canavan, unexpectedly moved his hand towards the officer’s groin area. This aggressive gesture caused the officer to stumble backward, narrowly avoiding a fall to the ground. The sudden movement prompted the officer to take Grant to the ground for safety and control.

The court heard that the officer was shaken but did not sustain any injuries from the incident. Witnesses present during the event confirmed their attendance at the scene, providing testimony that supported the allegations against Grant. The prosecutor, Lindsay Brooks, detailed the sequence of events to the sheriff court, emphasizing the inappropriate and unlawful nature of Grant’s actions.

Steven Grant, a 42-year-old resident of Livingston, admitted to the sexual assault charge in court. His plea came with the understanding that a sentencing decision would be deferred until reports could be prepared to assess his case further. It is noteworthy that Grant is currently serving an eight-month prison sentence for a similar offense, which also led to his placement on the sex offenders register for a period of ten years. This prior conviction underscores a pattern of concerning behavior that has now culminated in this latest incident.

As the legal proceedings continue, the authorities are likely to consider the full extent of Grant’s criminal history and the impact of his actions on the victim. The case highlights ongoing issues within the prison system regarding safety and the conduct of inmates towards staff members, raising questions about the measures in place to prevent such incidents in the future.