Transgender rapist Isla Bryson claims to be victim of hate crime from prison staff
Transgender rapist Isla Bryson has claimed to be the victim of a hate crime from prison staff, sparking controversy and debate over the treatment of transgender inmates in the Scottish prison system.
Bryson, 32, was sentenced to eight years in prison after being convicted of raping two women while living as a man named Adam Graham. The crimes were committed in 2016 and 2019, but Bryson began identifying as a woman while on bail and appeared for trial under the name Isla Bryson.
After being convicted at the High Court in Glasgow, Bryson was initially sent to women’s prison, Cornton Vale, before being moved to the male prison estate, causing a political scandal for the SNP.
In a handwritten letter to the Sunday Mail, Bryson claimed to have been the victim of transphobia from prison staff, citing instances where a female member of staff referred to Bryson as “son” and allegedly refused to provide female toiletries or makeup.
Bryson also expressed frustration over being misgendered and claimed that the Scottish Prison Service was not treating trans women appropriately. The letter detailed incidents where Bryson felt disrespected and called for better treatment of transgender inmates.
The Scottish Prison Service responded by stating that they do not comment on individual cases, but emphasized their commitment to equality of opportunity and diversity within the prison system.
The controversy surrounding Bryson’s claims has reignited discussions about the treatment of transgender inmates in prisons and the importance of respecting their gender identity. The case has also raised questions about the implementation of hate crime laws and the responsibilities of prison staff in ensuring the safety and well-being of all inmates.
