Scott Watson

Scott Watson

criminal New Zealand

Scott Watson is a convicted double murderer, known for the unsolved case involving the disappearance of two young women, Olivia Hope and Ben Smart, in 1998. He has consistently maintained his innocence despite being labeled a violent offender with psychopathic traits. Recently, his parole hearing was abandoned due to concerns over his risk of reoffending, as various psychological assessments highlighted his manipulative behaviors and lack of remorse.

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New Zealand New Zealand: Scott Watson was convicted of the murders of Olivia Hope and Ben Smart and has always claimed innocence. 5

Olivia Hope Ben Smart Matthew Gittos Gary Wells Margaret Bull Kovera Keith Hunter Chris Watson Gerald Hope Guy Wallace Nina Westera Rob Pope Adele Quigley Mcbride Tim Mckinnel
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Eyewitness doubts continue to haunt Scott Watson case 25 years after conviction

New Zealand New Zealand: Scott Watson is a convicted double murderer whose parole hearing was abandoned due to concerns about his risk of reoffending. 2

Sir Ron Young Anna Leask
The New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863: Convicted double murderer Scott Watson’s parole hearing abandoned after running over time