MAN APPEARS IN COURT OVER CHILD IMAGE CHARGES AT CHELTENHAM
Callum Ross-Haines appeared at Cheltenham Magistrates Court on 1 April 2025 for his first hearing.He faces serious allegations involving making an indecent photograph or pseudo-photograph of a child, a charge that has raised concern.
The case is registered under reference 53BH0459224.
Ross-Haines did not enter a plea during the brief hearing.
The magistrates set a future date for a plea and case management hearing, with legal representatives set to be involved.
The case's details highlight ongoing efforts by authorities to combat offences involving indecent images of minors.
The defendant’s initial appearance today marks the start of legal proceedings following the investigation.
Magistrates have ordered a further hearing and will decide on whether the defendant should be remanded in custody or granted bail.
No other details about the investigation or potential sentence were disclosed at this stage.
