STEPHEN WRACK FROM KILWINNING ESCAPES PRISON AFTER CHILD AND ANIMAL PORN DISCOVERY

In March 2019, a disturbing case involving Stephen Wrack, a 63-year-old resident of Main Street in Kilwinning, came to light during a court hearing at Kilmarnock Sheriff Court. Wrack faced serious allegations related to the possession of explicit and illegal material, which he ultimately pleaded guilty to, avoiding a prison sentence.

According to court records, the investigation was initiated in March 2017 when police officers received a tip-off about possible illegal activity at Wrack's residence. Acting on this information, law enforcement officials conducted a raid on his home in Kilwinning. During the search, they discovered multiple computers containing a significant amount of illicit material that Wrack had downloaded from the internet.

The authorities found that Wrack was in possession of approximately 150 indecent images and videos depicting children, a grave violation of laws designed to protect minors from exploitation. In addition to this, he also possessed over 50 videos classified as extreme pornography, which depicted sexual acts involving humans and animals, commonly referred to as bestiality. These findings painted a disturbing picture of the extent of his illegal activities.

At the court hearing, Wrack admitted to possessing these materials, acknowledging the severity of his actions. His guilty plea was accepted, and the judge handed down a series of sentences aimed at monitoring and restricting his future conduct. Instead of imprisonment, Wrack was sentenced to a three-year community payback order, which requires him to perform unpaid work within the community.

Furthermore, he was placed under a supervision order for the same duration, meaning he will be subject to regular oversight by probation officers to ensure compliance with the law and any conditions set forth. As part of his legal obligations, Wrack is also required to register as a sex offender, a measure intended to monitor and prevent further offenses.

Additional restrictions include limitations on his use of technology. Wrack is not permitted to own more than one mobile phone or computer, and he must seek prior approval from his supervising officer before accessing the internet. He is also prohibited from installing any applications on his devices and must not delete any search history, which could be used to monitor his online activity. The court also ordered that he refrain from using private browsing modes on any devices, further ensuring transparency in his online behavior.

This case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and judicial authorities to combat the possession and distribution of illegal and exploitative material, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding vulnerable individuals and maintaining public safety.