THOMAS JAMES FROM WORSLEY MESNES SENTENCED FOR CHILD ABUSE IMAGES IN LIVERPOOL
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Worsley Mesnes Child Sexual Abuser
In a case that has shocked the local community of Worsley Mesnes, Thomas James, aged 51, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found guilty of possessing and downloading a significant number of child abuse images. The court heard that James was caught with approximately 1,000 indecent images across five categories of severity during a police raid on his home in Worsley Mesnes just four days before Christmas in 2011.
Judge Stephen Everett addressed the court, stating, “You took deviant sexual pleasure in those images. You wanted to look at them and were prepared to look at them even though you knew custody must follow.” The judge emphasized the gravity of the offense, highlighting that James’s actions involved a disturbing collection of images that depicted young children engaged in sexual acts.
The investigation revealed that police had initially raided James’s rented residence on Worsley Mesnes Drive in December 2011. However, it was not until July of the following year that authorities returned to his home and discovered that he had continued his illicit activities. During this second search, officers found that James had downloaded approximately 8,200 images, again across various categories of seriousness. James admitted that he had obtained these images from a file-sharing website and expressed a particular interest in images involving teenage boys.
Prosecutor Harry Pepper informed the court that James had also provided a password that allowed others to access and share his indecent images, which linked him directly to the distribution of such material. James pleaded guilty to 35 counts of downloading indecent images and one count of attempting to distribute them.
Judge Everett did not hold back in condemning James’s actions, describing the images as “disgusting and depraved.” He explained that the collection included not only photographs of naked children but also a substantial number depicting depraved sexual acts involving young children. The judge underscored that such crimes are not victimless, emphasizing that “thousands of images, thousands of youngsters have been abused for the deviant sexual pleasure of you and others like you,” which underscores the seriousness of the case.
Furthermore, the court was informed that James had two previous convictions related to similar offenses. The judge warned him that continued offending would result in even longer sentences in the future. As part of his sentence, James was ordered to sign the Sexual Offenders’ Register for life and was subjected to an indefinite Sexual Offences Prevention Order that restricts his internet usage.
During the hearing, defense lawyer Paul Treble explained that James came from a socially isolated background and struggled to form relationships with adults. Treble stated that James had developed a sexual attraction to images of young boys and acknowledged his guilt, expressing hope that he would seek help to address his issues. The court’s decision reflects the gravity of the crimes committed and the need to protect the community from individuals involved in such depraved activities.
Judge Stephen Everett addressed the court, stating, “You took deviant sexual pleasure in those images. You wanted to look at them and were prepared to look at them even though you knew custody must follow.” The judge emphasized the gravity of the offense, highlighting that James’s actions involved a disturbing collection of images that depicted young children engaged in sexual acts.
The investigation revealed that police had initially raided James’s rented residence on Worsley Mesnes Drive in December 2011. However, it was not until July of the following year that authorities returned to his home and discovered that he had continued his illicit activities. During this second search, officers found that James had downloaded approximately 8,200 images, again across various categories of seriousness. James admitted that he had obtained these images from a file-sharing website and expressed a particular interest in images involving teenage boys.
Prosecutor Harry Pepper informed the court that James had also provided a password that allowed others to access and share his indecent images, which linked him directly to the distribution of such material. James pleaded guilty to 35 counts of downloading indecent images and one count of attempting to distribute them.
Judge Everett did not hold back in condemning James’s actions, describing the images as “disgusting and depraved.” He explained that the collection included not only photographs of naked children but also a substantial number depicting depraved sexual acts involving young children. The judge underscored that such crimes are not victimless, emphasizing that “thousands of images, thousands of youngsters have been abused for the deviant sexual pleasure of you and others like you,” which underscores the seriousness of the case.
Furthermore, the court was informed that James had two previous convictions related to similar offenses. The judge warned him that continued offending would result in even longer sentences in the future. As part of his sentence, James was ordered to sign the Sexual Offenders’ Register for life and was subjected to an indefinite Sexual Offences Prevention Order that restricts his internet usage.
During the hearing, defense lawyer Paul Treble explained that James came from a socially isolated background and struggled to form relationships with adults. Treble stated that James had developed a sexual attraction to images of young boys and acknowledged his guilt, expressing hope that he would seek help to address his issues. The court’s decision reflects the gravity of the crimes committed and the need to protect the community from individuals involved in such depraved activities.