MAN FACES CHARGES OVER CHILD ABUSE IMAGES AND HARM PREVENTION BREACH
2025-12-14 11:40: Andrew Pritchard appeared at Liverpool & Knowsley Magistrates Court today for a plea hearing.The defendant has been charged with making an indecent photograph or pseudo-photograph of a child.
The court listed the case under reference 05E30024525.
Pritchard did not enter a plea during the hearing.
The case has been scheduled for a future trial date.
The charges relate to serious allegations involving indecent images of a child, a breach of the UK's laws on child protection.
Pritchard was remanded on conditional bail until the next hearing.
The case has been adjourned as legal discussions continue.
The court urged for a fair and thorough process, stressing the gravity of such offences.
Pritchard’s attendance was noted, and no further details about the victim or circumstances were disclosed in court.
The case remains ongoing, with additional hearings expected in the coming weeks.
--------------------------- 2025-12-05 00:46: Andrew Pritchard appeared at Liverpool & Knowsley Magistrates Court on 21 October 2025 for his initial hearing.
The 42-year-old was charged with possessing indecent photographs and pseudo-photographs of a child, as well as a prohibited image of a child.
He also faces allegations of breaching a sexual harm prevention order issued previously.
The case was listed under reference 05E30024525.
Pritchard did not enter any pleas during the hearing and was remanded in custody until his next appearance.
The charges relate to serious concerns about ongoing protection measures.
Legal representatives are now set to prepare for future proceedings.
The court has imposed reporting restrictions to prevent the identification of any potential victims.
Pritchard will return to court for a provisional hearing, where formal pleas are expected.
The case underscores ongoing efforts to tackle offences involving child abuse imagery and breaches of court orders designed to protect vulnerable individuals.
