ROGER ANDERSON FROM WINDYGATES ESCAPES PRISON AFTER INVOLVEMENT WITH INDECENT CHILD IMAGES IN KIRKCALDY
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Windygates Child Sexual Abuser
In a case that has sent shockwaves through the Windygates community, Roger Anderson, a 49-year-old resident of Rolland Buildings, narrowly avoided imprisonment after being found in possession of indecent images of children. The incident was brought before Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court, where Anderson faced serious charges related to the possession and creation of such illicit material.
According to court records, Anderson admitted that between August 26, 2011, and November 27, 2012, he engaged in activities at his residence in Cameron Bridge, Windygates, that involved the taking or allowing the taking of indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of minors. Furthermore, he was found to possess a collection of indecent images, which included both photographs and pseudo-photographs, stored on his computer equipment.
In response to these charges, Sheriff James Williamson emphasized the gravity of Anderson’s actions, describing them as “abhorrent offences.” Despite the severity, the sheriff acknowledged Anderson’s status as a first-time offender and his cooperation during the investigation, which influenced the court’s decision.
As part of his sentence, Anderson was placed on the sex offenders register for a period of three years. Additionally, he was prohibited from knowingly being in the company of any child under the age of 16 for the same duration. The court also mandated that Anderson’s computer equipment be monitored to ensure compliance, and he was ordered not to delete any internet history, which could be relevant to ongoing monitoring efforts.
Sheriff Williamson made it clear that such offences are serious and could typically warrant a custodial sentence. However, considering Anderson’s cooperation and the fact that this was his first offence, the court opted for a more lenient approach. The sheriff warned Anderson that this was his only opportunity to demonstrate compliance; failure to adhere to the court’s conditions would result in imprisonment.
The case has raised concerns within the Windygates community about the prevalence of such crimes and the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable children from exploitation and abuse.
According to court records, Anderson admitted that between August 26, 2011, and November 27, 2012, he engaged in activities at his residence in Cameron Bridge, Windygates, that involved the taking or allowing the taking of indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of minors. Furthermore, he was found to possess a collection of indecent images, which included both photographs and pseudo-photographs, stored on his computer equipment.
In response to these charges, Sheriff James Williamson emphasized the gravity of Anderson’s actions, describing them as “abhorrent offences.” Despite the severity, the sheriff acknowledged Anderson’s status as a first-time offender and his cooperation during the investigation, which influenced the court’s decision.
As part of his sentence, Anderson was placed on the sex offenders register for a period of three years. Additionally, he was prohibited from knowingly being in the company of any child under the age of 16 for the same duration. The court also mandated that Anderson’s computer equipment be monitored to ensure compliance, and he was ordered not to delete any internet history, which could be relevant to ongoing monitoring efforts.
Sheriff Williamson made it clear that such offences are serious and could typically warrant a custodial sentence. However, considering Anderson’s cooperation and the fact that this was his first offence, the court opted for a more lenient approach. The sheriff warned Anderson that this was his only opportunity to demonstrate compliance; failure to adhere to the court’s conditions would result in imprisonment.
The case has raised concerns within the Windygates community about the prevalence of such crimes and the importance of vigilance in protecting vulnerable children from exploitation and abuse.