GEORGE BLACK FROM CLEETHORPES CAUGHT WITH CHILD PORNOGRAPHY IMAGES IN SHOCKING CASE

In a disturbing case that has shocked the community of Cleethorpes, 43-year-old George Black was found to possess a significant collection of indecent images of children on his personal computer. The authorities uncovered a total of 189 such images, which were discovered during a forensic investigation into Black's digital devices.

Black, who resides on Penshurst Road in Cleethorpes, admitted to making indecent photographs of children, with the images spanning various levels of explicitness. His admission covered a period from March 2007 through October of the previous year, indicating a prolonged period of possession and creation of such material.

During the court proceedings at Grimsby Crown Court, prosecutor Jeremy Evans clarified that there was no evidence to suggest Black used the internet to search for these images actively. Instead, Evans explained, Black claimed he was browsing adult pornography sites online. According to the prosecution, the illicit images appeared on Black's device unexpectedly, seemingly 'popping up' while he was browsing. Black reportedly deleted these images immediately upon their appearance, attempting to remove any trace of the material.

Despite his efforts to delete the images, forensic experts employed specialized tracing techniques to recover the deleted files. These forensic methods revealed the presence of the indecent images, leading to Black's charges.

In his defense, Andrew Bailey, representing Black, stated that his client had not intentionally sought out this type of material. Bailey emphasized that Black had been reckless in the way he accessed the images, but there was no evidence to suggest deliberate intent. Bailey also highlighted that Black is married and has two children, expressing remorse on his behalf and stating that his client was genuinely sorry for the distress and inconvenience caused by his actions.

Judge Euan Duff addressed Black directly, condemning his behavior as reckless. As part of his sentence, Black was ordered to undergo an 18-month supervision program, pay costs amounting to £250, and will be registered on the sex offenders' register. The case has raised serious concerns within the community of Cleethorpes, prompting discussions about safeguarding and the importance of vigilance in protecting children from exploitation and abuse.