CHRISTOPHER MANLEY FROM MYTCHETT SENTENCED FOR CHILD INDECENT IMAGE OFFENSES AND SEX OFFENDER BREACHES

Christopher Manley, a 50-year-old resident of Mytchett, has faced a significant legal setback after being re-sentenced to a total of 28 months in prison. The charges against him stem from his possession of indecent images of children and his violation of sex offender registration conditions.

Authorities revealed that Manley had employed monitored and concealed devices to access and view material depicting minors. The images and videos he viewed involved children aged between 11 and 15 years old. In addition to viewing such material, he actively sought online contact with minors, further demonstrating his inappropriate behavior and breach of legal restrictions.

During the court proceedings, the judge acknowledged that Manley had shown remorse for his actions, which was taken into account when determining his sentence. Despite this, the court emphasized the importance of public safety and the need to prevent any potential re-offending. As part of the sentencing, additional restrictions were imposed on Manley, including a sexual harm prevention order designed to limit his contact with minors and prevent access to related material.

Furthermore, the court mandated that Manley remain on the lifelong sex offender registration list, ensuring ongoing monitoring and community safety. The case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and judicial authorities to combat the distribution and possession of child exploitation material, especially among individuals who breach their legal obligations after conviction.