MAN CHARGED WITH CHILD IMAGE OFFENCES JAILED FOR FIRST COURT APPEARANCE
Ben Carey appeared at Wigan & Leigh Magistrates Court on August 6, 2025, facing serious charges linked to indecent images of children.It was his first court appearance in connection with allegations of distributing and making indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of a child.
The case was listed under reference 06LL0154924.
Magistrates ordered Carey to appear again at a future hearing as the case continues.
The court proceedings come amid heightened concern over online child abuse and the policing of such offences.
Carey did not enter a plea during his initial appearance.
His case has been formally linked to serious allegations involving online material.
The magistrates’ court process is ongoing.
It remains crucial that cases like this are thoroughly investigated and prosecuted to protect vulnerable children and uphold justice.
Carey will return to court for the next phase of proceedings, with the case being closely monitored by law enforcement authorities.
