GLENN MILNE FROM DUBLIN AND SHEFFORD CAUGHT WITH CHILD PORNOGRAPHY

In a disturbing case that highlights the ongoing issue of child exploitation and online abuse, Glenn Milne, a 48-year-old man with connections to Dublin and Shefford, has been found in possession of a significant collection of illicit images depicting naked teenagers. The discovery was made during a police investigation that was initiated as part of routine checks on a known sex offender.

Milne, who resides on Gravenhurst Road in Campton, Shefford, had previously served a prison sentence in Dublin for sex offenses involving a 15-year-old boy. His criminal history is extensive, and his return to Bedfordshire after his release was closely monitored by law enforcement authorities. As part of his supervision, police officers conducted regular visits to ensure he was complying with the terms of his release and posed no threat to the community.

The incident that led to the recent discovery occurred in December 2009, during one such routine visit. During this visit, police seized Milne’s computers for examination. The forensic analysis revealed a shocking collection of over 4,000 images depicting nude teenage boys, which Milne had downloaded from the internet. This evidence was crucial in building the case against him.

Milne was subsequently charged and appeared before Luton Crown Court to face sentencing after being convicted of 17 separate offenses related to the possession and creation of indecent images of children. The court heard that the images were of minors, and the severity of the case was underscored by the large volume of illicit material found on his devices.

Judge John Bevan QC sentenced Milne to a fine of £1,700 and ordered him to pay an additional £200 in court costs. Furthermore, as part of his sentence, Milne was placed under a three-year supervision order, which mandates his participation in a sex offenders’ rehabilitation program. He will also be required to register as a sex offender for a period of five years, ensuring ongoing monitoring of his activities.

Milne’s criminal record is extensive. In 2005, he was sentenced to five and a half years in prison by Trim Circuit Court in Dublin for sexual assault and gross indecency involving the same young victim. The offenses date back to 2002 and 2003, during which time he was serving as a minister with the Church of Ireland. His previous conviction underscores a pattern of predatory behavior that has spanned several years and multiple jurisdictions.

During the court proceedings, Milne’s defense attorney, Nick Hoffman, highlighted his client’s academic achievements, noting that Milne had attended both Oxford and Cambridge Universities. Despite these credentials, the court’s focus remained on the serious nature of his offenses and the risk posed to the community. The case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilant law enforcement and the ongoing efforts to combat child exploitation in the digital age.