Betrayal in the Dormitory: The Dennis Fletcher School Abuse Case
In this episode of A True Crime Podcast, host Alexander Lawson uncovers the shocking story of Dennis Fletcher, a former teacher and resident boarding master at Junior King’s School in Canterbury, Kent. Trusted with the care of young boys, Fletcher instead preyed on two pupils under 14, committing indecent assaults between 1978 and 1982.
Decades later, the survivors’ bravery led to justice: in July 2026, the 76-year-old was sentenced to 11 years and nine months in prison. We explore the profound breach of trust, the power imbalance in a boarding school environment, and the long-lasting impact…
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