MAN FACES COURT OVER ALLEGED CHILD AND ANIMAL ABUSE MATERIAL
David Yarney appeared at Exeter North & East Devon Magistrates Court on 6 May 2025 for his first hearing.The defendant is accused of possessing several indecent and prohibited images, including material involving children and animals.
The charges also include possession of a manual linked to paedophilia and extreme pornographic images depicting acts with animals.
Yarney was charged with making indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of a child.
The case was listed under reference 50DE0483424.
Yarney did not enter any pleas during the brief court appearance and was remanded on unconditional bail.
The case is set to continue at a later hearing.
Authorities confirmed the allegations relate to possession of computer material deemed illegal under UK law.
No further details about the investigation or potential victims were disclosed in court.
Yarney is scheduled to return to court for a pre-trial hearing.
Legal representatives on both sides are expected to prepare for further proceedings.
