KILWINNING MAN RONALD MURRAY CAUGHT WITH OVER 2,000 CHILD ABUSE IMAGES IN SHOCKING POLICE RAID
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Kilwinning Child Sexual Abuser
In a disturbing case that has shocked the community of Kilwinning, Ronald Murray, a man residing on Fergushill Road, narrowly avoided a prison sentence after police uncovered a horrifying collection of indecent images of children on his personal computer. The investigation into Murray’s activities revealed a decade-long obsession with child abuse material, which he had been secretly searching for and downloading without detection until a recent police raid.
On the morning of June 10 last year, at precisely 9:25 am, law enforcement officers executed a warrant to search Murray’s residence, acting on intelligence that suggested illegal activity. During the search, authorities seized several items, including three computer hard drives. A detailed examination of these drives uncovered a staggering total of 2,108 indecent images involving children, along with 179 movies depicting similar material. Some of the content was classified at the most depraved and disturbing levels, highlighting the severity of the offense.
Following the discovery, Murray was detained at 10:50 am and taken to Saltcoats Police Station for questioning. During the interview, he claimed that he had not intentionally sought out images of children but had downloaded some by accident. He further explained that he had developed a “fascination” with such material, stating, “I wouldn’t necessarily say it was a turn-on, it was just a fascination.”
Police investigators scrutinized the material and the search terms used by Murray, revealing a disturbing preference for young boys and girls aged between two and 14 years. This evidence painted a clear picture of his predilection for minors, which was further corroborated by the digital footprint left on his devices.
In February, Murray, aged 58, appeared before Kilmarnock Sheriff Court, where he pleaded guilty to charges of taking, permitting to be taken, or making indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of children. The offenses spanned from September 3, 2002, to May 24, 2013. As part of his legal proceedings, he was registered on the Sex Offenders Register. Last week, he returned to court for sentencing, where he was sentenced to undertake 300 hours of unpaid community service and placed under supervision for a period of three years.
Additionally, Murray was issued a sexual prevention order that will remain in effect for five years. This order prohibits him from approaching or contacting anyone under the age of 17, and he is barred from deleting his internet browsing history. The order also stipulates that he can only reside at or work in locations approved by the police, further restricting his access to minors and his online activity. The case has raised serious concerns about online safety and the importance of vigilant law enforcement in protecting vulnerable children from exploitation and abuse.
On the morning of June 10 last year, at precisely 9:25 am, law enforcement officers executed a warrant to search Murray’s residence, acting on intelligence that suggested illegal activity. During the search, authorities seized several items, including three computer hard drives. A detailed examination of these drives uncovered a staggering total of 2,108 indecent images involving children, along with 179 movies depicting similar material. Some of the content was classified at the most depraved and disturbing levels, highlighting the severity of the offense.
Following the discovery, Murray was detained at 10:50 am and taken to Saltcoats Police Station for questioning. During the interview, he claimed that he had not intentionally sought out images of children but had downloaded some by accident. He further explained that he had developed a “fascination” with such material, stating, “I wouldn’t necessarily say it was a turn-on, it was just a fascination.”
Police investigators scrutinized the material and the search terms used by Murray, revealing a disturbing preference for young boys and girls aged between two and 14 years. This evidence painted a clear picture of his predilection for minors, which was further corroborated by the digital footprint left on his devices.
In February, Murray, aged 58, appeared before Kilmarnock Sheriff Court, where he pleaded guilty to charges of taking, permitting to be taken, or making indecent photographs or pseudo-photographs of children. The offenses spanned from September 3, 2002, to May 24, 2013. As part of his legal proceedings, he was registered on the Sex Offenders Register. Last week, he returned to court for sentencing, where he was sentenced to undertake 300 hours of unpaid community service and placed under supervision for a period of three years.
Additionally, Murray was issued a sexual prevention order that will remain in effect for five years. This order prohibits him from approaching or contacting anyone under the age of 17, and he is barred from deleting his internet browsing history. The order also stipulates that he can only reside at or work in locations approved by the police, further restricting his access to minors and his online activity. The case has raised serious concerns about online safety and the importance of vigilant law enforcement in protecting vulnerable children from exploitation and abuse.