MANFIELD IN COURT OVER ALLEGED CHILD INDECENT IMAGE CHARGES
Thomas Manfield appeared at Croydon Magistrates Court on August 4, 2025, for his first hearing.The defendant faces allegations of making indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of a child, a serious offence under UK law.
The case has been listed under reference 01MD1229523.
No plea was entered at this stage, and the court scheduled the case for a subsequent hearing.
Magistrates ordered that the defendant remain on conditional bail until the next court date.
Manfield did not enter any pleas or make any comments during his brief court appearance.
The case continues as authorities investigate further; details about the victim or the circumstances have not been revealed.
The defendant’s legal team can now prepare a defence ahead of future proceedings.
The court emphasised the importance of due process in handling such sensitive allegations.
A date for the next hearing will be confirmed by the court in due course.