MAN APPEARS IN COURT OVER CHILD SEX PHOTOGRAPH CHARGES
Michael Cottam faced Wigan & Leigh Magistrates Court today on charges linked to indecent images of children.He made his first court appearance, with the case listed under reference 06LL0364124.
Cottam was formally charged with making indecent photographs and pseudo-photographs of a child, though no details of the images or victims were disclosed.
Cottam did not enter a plea during the short hearing.
The case was adjourned for further legal proceedings.
No bail application was heard, and he remains in custody until the next hearing.
The court proceedings are part of ongoing investigations into the possession and distribution of concerning images.
Authorities are prioritising the safety and welfare of potential victims.
The defendant is due to return to court on a future date where further legal steps will be taken.
As the case continues, no additional information about the allegations or the defendant's background is being released.
