PAUL QUINN FROM BELLSHILL SENTENCED FOR CHILD PORNOGRAPHY OFFENSES IN HAMILTON
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Bellshill Sexual Abuser
In a case that has shocked the local community of Bellshill, Paul Quinn, a 46-year-old resident of Clyde Drive, was found guilty of possessing a significant collection of indecent and sexual images of minors. The authorities conducted a raid on Quinn’s residence, uncovering two computers that contained approximately 6,000 images depicting children aged between 13 and 16 years old.
The investigation revealed that these illicit images were discovered among a larger assortment of adult pornography, which was also stored at Quinn’s home. The police action was prompted by concerns over the material stored on his devices, leading to a detailed examination of his digital content.
During court proceedings, Quinn, who is divorced, admitted to a charge that he took, permitted to take, or made indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of children. The offense was committed over a period from June 8, 2006, to June 19, 2007, at his residence in Bellshill. Despite his admission to this charge, the Crown accepted his plea of not guilty to an additional allegation that he possessed indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of children during the same timeframe.
Judge Shiona Waldron, presiding over the case at Hamilton Sheriff Court, described the offense as extremely serious. She emphasized that the probation order would serve as a means to help Quinn modify his behavior and prevent future offenses. As part of the sentence, Quinn was placed on a three-year probation order, which includes strict conditions aimed at monitoring and controlling his conduct.
These conditions specify that Quinn must attend a community sex offenders’ program, refrain from having any unsupervised contact with children under the age of 17, and be prohibited from having internet access at his home or owning a mobile phone with internet capabilities. Additionally, he is not permitted to reside at any address unless it has been approved by his supervising officer. Quinn was also registered on the sex offenders’ register for three years and is required to inform his supervising officer if he plans to travel outside the United Kingdom.
As Quinn exited Hamilton Sheriff Court, members of the public reacted with outrage, shouting “beast” in response to his sentencing. The case has left a lasting impact on the community, highlighting the ongoing concerns about child exploitation and the importance of vigilant law enforcement.
The investigation revealed that these illicit images were discovered among a larger assortment of adult pornography, which was also stored at Quinn’s home. The police action was prompted by concerns over the material stored on his devices, leading to a detailed examination of his digital content.
During court proceedings, Quinn, who is divorced, admitted to a charge that he took, permitted to take, or made indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of children. The offense was committed over a period from June 8, 2006, to June 19, 2007, at his residence in Bellshill. Despite his admission to this charge, the Crown accepted his plea of not guilty to an additional allegation that he possessed indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of children during the same timeframe.
Judge Shiona Waldron, presiding over the case at Hamilton Sheriff Court, described the offense as extremely serious. She emphasized that the probation order would serve as a means to help Quinn modify his behavior and prevent future offenses. As part of the sentence, Quinn was placed on a three-year probation order, which includes strict conditions aimed at monitoring and controlling his conduct.
These conditions specify that Quinn must attend a community sex offenders’ program, refrain from having any unsupervised contact with children under the age of 17, and be prohibited from having internet access at his home or owning a mobile phone with internet capabilities. Additionally, he is not permitted to reside at any address unless it has been approved by his supervising officer. Quinn was also registered on the sex offenders’ register for three years and is required to inform his supervising officer if he plans to travel outside the United Kingdom.
As Quinn exited Hamilton Sheriff Court, members of the public reacted with outrage, shouting “beast” in response to his sentencing. The case has left a lasting impact on the community, highlighting the ongoing concerns about child exploitation and the importance of vigilant law enforcement.