ANDREW NEWING SHOCKS DARTFORD WITH CHILD PORNOGRAPHY AND ILLEGAL PHOTOGRAPHY IN LONDON'S TRAFALGAR SQUARE
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Dartford Child Sexual Abuser
In a disturbing case that has sent shockwaves through the Dartford community and beyond, Andrew Newing, a 45-year-old former Salvation Army captain, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison after being found guilty of possessing and creating indecent images of children, as well as secretly photographing young girls in public spaces, including the iconic Trafalgar Square in London.
Newing's criminal activities came to light during a police operation this past summer, when undercover officers swooped in on Trafalgar Square. At the time, Newing was pretending to photograph the National Gallery, but police surveillance revealed his true intentions. Officers discovered that he was secretly capturing images of women from beneath their skirts and taking photographs of a group of primary school girls in uniform, raising serious concerns about his motives and actions.
Further investigation uncovered a disturbing collection of images stored on Newing’s computer at his residence in Dartford. Authorities found approximately 700 indecent images, many depicting children in various states of undress, including naked children in parks and paddling pools. The images also included photographs taken during trips to Trafalgar Square and other popular attractions, indicating a pattern of illicit activity in public spaces.
The police also uncovered a significant amount of child abuse material downloaded from the internet, featuring children as young as six being exploited by adults. Among the most shocking items found at his home were framed photographs of children, some of which were naked, displayed on his walls alongside a used tampon. Additionally, investigators discovered a large bag filled with soiled sanitary products and a collection of children’s soiled underwear spanning over two decades.
Newing’s criminal record is extensive. Four years prior, he was sentenced to two and a half years in prison after he undressed and filmed a sleeping three-year-old child he was supposed to be caring for. His disgraceful conduct led to his expulsion from the Salvation Army. His previous convictions include a court martial in 2002 for indecent assault, highlighting a long history of sexual misconduct involving children.
During the recent trial at Middlesex Guildhall Crown Court, prosecutor Peter Zinner emphasized that Newing was under supervision by the Dartford Public Protection Unit when he committed these latest offences. Zinner pointed out that Newing’s collection of illicit material was homemade, and that he had previously been convicted for similar crimes involving child sexual abuse and child pornography.
Judge Simon Smith, delivering the sentence, stated that he did not believe an indeterminate sentence was appropriate but acknowledged that a custodial sentence was necessary. He highlighted the seriousness of Newing’s actions, especially considering his prior court martial and convictions. The judge condemned the fact that Newing was actively taking and viewing indecent images of children in public and online.
As part of his punishment, Newing was ordered to sign the sex offenders’ register for an additional ten years and was banned from possessing any device capable of taking photographs in public. He is already disqualified for life from working with children. Newing, who resides on Essex Road in Dartford, pleaded guilty to 12 charges of making indecent images of children, along with additional counts related to taking, possessing, and attempting to take indecent images. His case underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat child exploitation and protect vulnerable victims from predators like Newing.
Newing's criminal activities came to light during a police operation this past summer, when undercover officers swooped in on Trafalgar Square. At the time, Newing was pretending to photograph the National Gallery, but police surveillance revealed his true intentions. Officers discovered that he was secretly capturing images of women from beneath their skirts and taking photographs of a group of primary school girls in uniform, raising serious concerns about his motives and actions.
Further investigation uncovered a disturbing collection of images stored on Newing’s computer at his residence in Dartford. Authorities found approximately 700 indecent images, many depicting children in various states of undress, including naked children in parks and paddling pools. The images also included photographs taken during trips to Trafalgar Square and other popular attractions, indicating a pattern of illicit activity in public spaces.
The police also uncovered a significant amount of child abuse material downloaded from the internet, featuring children as young as six being exploited by adults. Among the most shocking items found at his home were framed photographs of children, some of which were naked, displayed on his walls alongside a used tampon. Additionally, investigators discovered a large bag filled with soiled sanitary products and a collection of children’s soiled underwear spanning over two decades.
Newing’s criminal record is extensive. Four years prior, he was sentenced to two and a half years in prison after he undressed and filmed a sleeping three-year-old child he was supposed to be caring for. His disgraceful conduct led to his expulsion from the Salvation Army. His previous convictions include a court martial in 2002 for indecent assault, highlighting a long history of sexual misconduct involving children.
During the recent trial at Middlesex Guildhall Crown Court, prosecutor Peter Zinner emphasized that Newing was under supervision by the Dartford Public Protection Unit when he committed these latest offences. Zinner pointed out that Newing’s collection of illicit material was homemade, and that he had previously been convicted for similar crimes involving child sexual abuse and child pornography.
Judge Simon Smith, delivering the sentence, stated that he did not believe an indeterminate sentence was appropriate but acknowledged that a custodial sentence was necessary. He highlighted the seriousness of Newing’s actions, especially considering his prior court martial and convictions. The judge condemned the fact that Newing was actively taking and viewing indecent images of children in public and online.
As part of his punishment, Newing was ordered to sign the sex offenders’ register for an additional ten years and was banned from possessing any device capable of taking photographs in public. He is already disqualified for life from working with children. Newing, who resides on Essex Road in Dartford, pleaded guilty to 12 charges of making indecent images of children, along with additional counts related to taking, possessing, and attempting to take indecent images. His case underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat child exploitation and protect vulnerable victims from predators like Newing.