ALDWIN SCHMID FROM KENDAL SENTENCED FOR CHILD PORNOGRAPHY OFFENSES IN CARLISLE
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Kendal Child Sexual Abuser
In August 2011, a distressing case unfolded in Carlisle Crown Court involving Aldwin Schmid, a 62-year-old resident of Sandes Avenue in Kendal, who was found guilty of possessing and processing illegal images depicting child abuse. The court heard that Schmid had engaged in the downloading of child pornography, which included images and videos showing children being subjected to horrific acts of abuse. These illicit materials were acquired over a period stretching from May 2009 to February 2010.
According to the prosecution, Schmid would access these disturbing images after consuming alcohol, often deleting them the following day once he sobered up. The court was informed that the police had been alerted to Schmid’s activities after receiving intelligence from another law enforcement agency suggesting he might be involved in accessing illegal content. Subsequently, officers executed a search warrant at his Kendal residence and seized his computer for forensic analysis.
During police interviews, Schmid admitted to downloading the indecent images of children, as well as two videos that depicted an adult woman engaged in sexual acts with a horse. The forensic examination confirmed the presence of both still images and moving footage of children being abused. Schmid expressed remorse during questioning, stating that he was ashamed and sorry for his actions, and took responsibility for the material found on his computer.
The court also learned that Schmid possessed extreme pornography, which included two films involving sexual activity with an animal. Prosecutor Linda Vance emphasized the severity of the case, highlighting the disturbing nature of the images and videos involved.
In mitigation, William Mark-Bell argued that Schmid had taken steps to address his behavior by removing all internet access devices from his home and had nearly ceased drinking alcohol. He also noted that Schmid was no longer on speaking terms with his son, indicating some level of personal remorse and recognition of the need for help.
Judge Peter Hughes QC sentenced Schmid to a combination of penalties. He ordered Schmid to register as a sex offender for ten years and imposed an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for two years. Additionally, Schmid was mandated to complete a two-year community supervision order, which includes participation in a sexual offences prevention course. The judge expressed his personal distress at having to view some of the images, describing them as depicting children subjected to horrible abuse for the purpose of creating such material. He emphasized the profound and lasting harm inflicted upon the victims, noting that their innocence has been irreparably damaged and that many are likely scarred for life.
According to the prosecution, Schmid would access these disturbing images after consuming alcohol, often deleting them the following day once he sobered up. The court was informed that the police had been alerted to Schmid’s activities after receiving intelligence from another law enforcement agency suggesting he might be involved in accessing illegal content. Subsequently, officers executed a search warrant at his Kendal residence and seized his computer for forensic analysis.
During police interviews, Schmid admitted to downloading the indecent images of children, as well as two videos that depicted an adult woman engaged in sexual acts with a horse. The forensic examination confirmed the presence of both still images and moving footage of children being abused. Schmid expressed remorse during questioning, stating that he was ashamed and sorry for his actions, and took responsibility for the material found on his computer.
The court also learned that Schmid possessed extreme pornography, which included two films involving sexual activity with an animal. Prosecutor Linda Vance emphasized the severity of the case, highlighting the disturbing nature of the images and videos involved.
In mitigation, William Mark-Bell argued that Schmid had taken steps to address his behavior by removing all internet access devices from his home and had nearly ceased drinking alcohol. He also noted that Schmid was no longer on speaking terms with his son, indicating some level of personal remorse and recognition of the need for help.
Judge Peter Hughes QC sentenced Schmid to a combination of penalties. He ordered Schmid to register as a sex offender for ten years and imposed an eight-month prison sentence, suspended for two years. Additionally, Schmid was mandated to complete a two-year community supervision order, which includes participation in a sexual offences prevention course. The judge expressed his personal distress at having to view some of the images, describing them as depicting children subjected to horrible abuse for the purpose of creating such material. He emphasized the profound and lasting harm inflicted upon the victims, noting that their innocence has been irreparably damaged and that many are likely scarred for life.