SPENCER PLEDGE AND SHOCKING CHILD SEX OFFENCES IN WORTHING
2025-12-05 22:13: A man appeared at Worthing Magistrates Court today over allegations of breaching a sexual harm prevention order.Spencer Pledge was brought before the court in connection with the case, which is listed under reference 47WW1707325.
This was Pledge's first appearance ahead of any potential trial.
The court heard that the case concerns alleged violations of the court-imposed order, which aims to prevent future harm and protect the public.
No further details about the specific allegations were given during the brief hearing.
Pledge did not enter a plea at this stage.
Magistrates scheduled a future hearing to consider the case in more detail.
The court also ordered Pledge to remain on bail pending further proceedings.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about ensuring compliance with court orders related to sexual harm prevention.
Pledge is due to return to court at a later date for case management.
This case is part of ongoing efforts by law enforcement to monitor individuals subject to such orders and ensure public safety remains a priority.
--------------------------- 2023-04-27 14:15: 2025-12-05 22:13: A man appeared at Worthing Magistrates Court today over allegations of breaching a sexual harm prevention order.
Spencer Pledge was brought before the court in connection with the case, which is listed under reference 47WW1707325.
This was Pledge's first appearance ahead of any potential trial.
The court heard that the case concerns alleged violations of the court-imposed order, which aims to prevent future harm and protect the public.
No further details about the specific allegations were given during the brief hearing.
Pledge did not enter a plea at this stage.
Magistrates scheduled a future hearing to consider the case in more detail.
The court also ordered Pledge to remain on bail pending further proceedings.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about ensuring compliance with court orders related to sexual harm prevention.
Pledge is due to return to court at a later date for case management.
This case is part of ongoing efforts by law enforcement to monitor individuals subject to such orders and ensure public safety remains a priority.
--------------------------- 2023-04-27 14:15: Spencer Pledge, a man from Worthing, has been at the center of a disturbing series of criminal activities involving child exploitation and possession of illegal materials, despite prior legal restrictions.
His case has garnered serious attention due to the combination of past convictions and ongoing violations that highlight alarming issues around offender monitoring and public safety.
Pledge, residing on Sackville Road in the Broadwater area of Worthing, had previously been incarcerated in 2013, serving a sentence of 34 months for following young girls in his vehicle, filming them and himself in the process.
His behavior was especially concerning because he had access to police-style equipment, including stab vests, handcuffs, badges, and a radio, despite being banned from owning tools or items that could mimic law enforcement gear.
In recent court proceedings, Pledge, now 46 years old, admitted to a series of serious offences, totaling 18 counts that included engaging in sexual activity in the presence of children and possessing a vast collection of indecent images of minors.
The investigation uncovered videos in which he was performing indecent acts with girls in the background, alongside hundreds of images depicting young children engaged in sexual acts, all downloaded from the internet for his personal gratification.
Specifically, Pledge was charged with four counts of sexual activity in front of children aged between ten and twelve years old, eight counts of making indecent photographs of children, and five counts of possessing over 900 indecent images of children.
Additionally, he faced charges related to outraging public decency, having involved three ten-year-old children and two adult women in an indecent incident.
Court records revealed that Pledge's behavior was not only illegal but also highly manipulative and invasive.
As part of his sentencing, authorities imposed a ban preventing him from possessing any emergency services gear, including police badges, uniforms, and related accessories.
He was also required to sign the Sex Offenders Register indefinitely upon release, and an Sexual Harm Prevention Order was put in place, with nine strict conditions aimed at safeguarding children and preventing further offences.
Despite these restrictions, during a police search of his premises following his release, officers discovered several prohibited items, including two stab vests—one of which bore the Sussex Police crest and identification sewn into the lining—and police insignia, along with handcuffs, a radio, and other police paraphernalia.
This discovery triggered his arrest and subsequent court action.
In the courtroom at Lewes Crown Court, Pledge explained his collection of police memorabilia, claiming he was a fan of the American television drama "24" and that the badges and gear were part of his memorabilia collection.
He also justified owning the stab vests by alleging they were for use in Airsoft gaming, a type of recreational activity involving simulated combat with replica firearms.
Pledge stated he had used some items in the context of pretending to be police for this hobby.
His violations included breaches of the Sexual Harm Prevention Order, which specifically banned him from possessing a camera in a vehicle or any police-like uniform.
During a routine home visit in 2019, officers uncovered an image of Pledge inside his own bin lorry, taken during work.
Further searches revealed the dangerous items and evidence of his continued possession of police gear despite legal restrictions.
Commenting on the case, Sussex Police Detective Constable Lindsey Van-Buiten emphasized the offensive nature of Pledge's actions and the distress caused to his young victims.
She noted that many of the girls were shaken by the experiences and that some were unsure how to report the incidents at the time.
The investigation also highlighted his attempts to record his misconduct on video and accumulate indecent images online for his own sexual gratification.
While authorities found no evidence of physical assault, the sexual and voyeuristic nature of the offences was considered deeply troubling.
A police spokesperson stated that Pledge was a dangerous repeat offender whose unlawful behavior was detected thanks to diligent police work and routine checks.
The enforcement of the Sexual Harm Prevention Order was specifically designed to reduce his ability to cause further harm.
Judge Stephen Mooney sentenced Pledge to two years in prison, with the sentence suspended for two years.
He also ordered Pledge to commit to 200 hours of unpaid community service and attend 20 days of rehabilitative programs.
The case underscores ongoing concerns about monitoring convicted offenders and preventing their access to vulnerable children, especially when they violate restrictions meant to keep the public safe.
