MAN CHARGED WITH CHILD IMAGE OFFENCES IN WIGAN COURT
Phil Thompson appeared at Wigan & Leigh Magistrates Court on 25 June 2025 for his first hearing.The court was told that Thompson is facing serious charges linked to indecent images.
He is accused of possessing a prohibited image of a child and also of possessing indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs.
The case, registered under reference 06LL0260624, was provisionally scheduled for further proceedings.
Thompson did not enter a plea at this stage.
No details were provided about the age or identity of the victims or whether any additional allegations are involved.
The court ordered the case to be listed again, with a trial date yet to be set.
Thompson’s appearance marks the beginning of legal proceedings regarding these serious allegations.
The court will now determine the next steps as the case moves forward.