MAN CHARGED WITH CHILD IMAGE OFFENCES FACES COURT HEARING
Stephen Walker appeared at Wigan & Leigh Magistrates’ Court on July 2, 2025, for his first hearing.The 38-year-old was charged with making indecent images of a child and possessing a prohibited image of a child.
The case was linked to reference 06KK0074025.
Walker did not enter a plea and was remanded in custody until next court date.
The allegations relate to serious image offences, and police have confirmed the case continues to be investigated.
The court hearing was brief, with Walker appearing via videolink from custody.
He is scheduled for a further hearing at a higher court.
No details about any victims were released, and the case remains under strict legal confidentiality.
The defendant remains in custody pending further proceedings.
This case highlights ongoing efforts to combat crimes involving child exploitation material.
