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Man Charged in Vandalism of Trump's Turnberry Golf Course Appears in Court

Kieran Robson, accused of malicious mischief for alleged damages at the Scottish resort, made no plea and was released on bail as investigations continue.

The Turnberry property in southwest Scotland is one of two resorts Trump owns in the country

Overview

  • Kieran Robson, 33, appeared at Ayr Sheriff Court on March 31, 2025, charged with malicious mischief for alleged vandalism at Trump Turnberry golf course.
  • The incident, which occurred on March 8, 2025, involved red paint sprayed on the clubhouse and damage to the greens, with estimated costs in the thousands of pounds.
  • Robson, from Galashiels in the Scottish Borders, made no plea during his court appearance and was released on bail pending further examination.
  • The activist group Palestine Action claimed responsibility for the vandalism, linking it to opposition against Donald Trump's Gaza redevelopment proposal.
  • A related act of vandalism at Trump's Doonbeg golf course in Ireland remains under investigation, with no arrests yet made in that case.