MAN FACES COURT OVER CHILD IMAGE AND COMPUTER CRIME ALLEGATIONS
Harry Umpleby appeared at Harrogate Magistrates Court on August 8, 2025, for a first hearing.The defendant is charged with making indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of a child, along with offences related to computer misuse.
The case, listed under reference 12NY1066024, involves allegations that Umpleby created indecent images of a child.
He also faces accusations of causing a computer to perform functions to secure or enable unauthorised access to data or a programme.
Umpleby did not enter a plea and was granted bail for future proceedings.
Magistrates ordered the case to be committed to crown court for trial.
The court emphasized the seriousness of the charges, which relate to safeguarding and computer security laws.
Further hearings are scheduled to determine guilt or innocence.
Details of the charges highlight ongoing concerns about online safety and child protection within the judicial system.
