ROBBIE KELTIE FROM DUNDEE ESCAPES PRISON AFTER GRAPHIC CHILD PORN AND ANIMAL ABUSE CASE
A young man from Dundee, Robbie Keltie, has been spared a prison sentence after being found guilty of possessing extreme adult pornography and distributing indecent images of children.The case was heard at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court, where it was revealed that Keltie shared a small number of highly graphic Category A images via the Kik messenger application.
Robbie Keltie, aged 20 at the time of sentencing, was previously convicted by a jury on four separate charges.
The court heard that between February 6, 2021, and July 7, 2021, Keltie possessed explicit and realistic images depicting sexual acts involving humans and animals, which are classified as extreme pornographic material.
These images were part of a broader pattern of offending that also included the creation, possession, and distribution of indecent photographs of children.
The offences spanned a period from October 17, 2020, to July 7, 2021, during which Keltie was aged 16 and 17.
Despite the serious nature of these crimes, Keltie continues to deny any wrongdoing.
During the sentencing hearing, it was confirmed that Keltie had distributed at least one Category A image, which is considered among the most severe classifications of child exploitation material.
His defence lawyer, Calum Harris, emphasized that Keltie was young at the time of the offences and has not committed any further crimes since.
Harris highlighted that Keltie is currently a full-time carer for his father, who suffers from spinal difficulties, and that he is pursuing a career as a plumber after completing an apprenticeship.
The social work assessment described Keltie as a medium risk of reoffending, noting his age and circumstances.
During the sentencing, Sheriff More acknowledged the gravity of the charges but also pointed out that Keltie’s emotional and intellectual immaturity played a significant role in his offending.
The sheriff expressed optimism about Keltie’s potential for rehabilitation, especially given his age, and noted that targeted intervention could significantly reduce the risk of future offences.
As part of his sentence, Keltie was ordered to complete 300 hours of unpaid community work, adhere to a six-month curfew from 9pm to 6am, and be subject to two years of offender supervision.
Additionally, he will be under a conduct requirement that restricts his internet and device access and prohibits contact with anyone under 16 unless supervised by someone over 21, unless the contact is accidental and unavoidable.
Sheriff More stated that the sentence was a direct alternative to imprisonment and also placed Keltie on the sex offenders register for a period of two years, emphasizing the seriousness of the offences and the importance of monitoring his conduct moving forward.
