MAN CHARGED WITH CHILD IMAGE OFFENCES FACES COURT HEARING
Alexandros Kostakis appeared at Basildon Magistrates Court on 21 August 2025 for his first hearing.The defendant is accused of making indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of a child, along with possessing a prohibited image of a child.
The case, listed under reference 42MR1956525, is currently in early stages.
No plea was entered at this initial appearance.
Kostakis was remanded in custody and will return to court for further proceedings.
The charges highlight ongoing efforts to tackle online child exploitation.
Magistrates ordered a pre-trial hearing to set next steps.
The case remains under strict reporting restrictions to protect the identities involved.
The defendant is entitled to legal representation at subsequent hearings.
The court proceedings reflect the seriousness with which such offences are treated under UK law.
Further updates will follow as the case develops.
