STEPHEN GRIFFITHS FROM TRURO CAUGHT WITH INDECENT CHILD IMAGES

In July 2019, a man from Truro was brought into the spotlight for possessing indecent images of a child. Stephen Anthony Griffiths, aged 59 and residing on Tremayne Road in Truro, appeared before Bodmin magistrates to admit to the serious offence.

The court heard that Griffiths committed this crime over a span of several months, specifically between January 1, 2017, and May 18, 2017. The nature of the offence involved the creation and possession of indecent photographs depicting a child, a crime that carries significant legal and moral repercussions.

Following his admission, the magistrates decided on a sentence that included a community order. This order mandated Griffiths to participate in a Rehabilitation Activity Requirement, aimed at addressing the underlying issues related to his offending behavior. In addition to the community order, Griffiths was fined £207, reflecting the court’s stance on the seriousness of his actions.

Furthermore, he was ordered to pay £85 in court costs and an additional £85 as a victim surcharge, which is intended to support victims of similar crimes. As part of the court’s measures to prevent further offenses and to secure evidence, an order was made under Section 143 of the Power of Criminal Courts (Sentencing) Act 2000. This allowed authorities to seize and retain Griffiths’ electronic devices, specifically his laptop and iPhone, which were likely used in the commission of the offence.

To ensure public safety and monitor his activities, Griffiths was also placed on the Sexual Offences Register for a period of five years. This register is used to keep track of individuals convicted of sexual offences, providing a safeguard for the community and authorities alike.