TARAN TYRELL'S SHOCKING CHILD PORNOGRAPHY CASE IN NEWARK AND NOTTINGHAM

In a disturbing case that has sent shockwaves through the Newark community and the wider Nottingham area, Taran Tyrell, also known as Trevor Quick, was brought before Nottingham Crown Court to face serious charges related to the possession and distribution of indecent images of children, as well as extreme pornography. The proceedings revealed a troubling pattern of behavior that spanned several years, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by individuals with a history of sexual offenses against minors.

In January 2017, Tyrell, a 50-year-old former lorry driver residing on Long Row in Newark, was sentenced to a total of 30 months in prison after admitting to multiple charges. The court heard that he had downloaded a total of 37 indecent images of children, which included 29 images classified as Category A—the most severe classification involving explicit sexual acts, potentially including penetrative acts, sadism, or sexual activity with animals. Additionally, he possessed two Category B images and six Category C images, which are considered less severe but still illegal. The court also found that Tyrell had viewed two extreme pornographic videos, one of which involved bestiality, further demonstrating his unhealthy obsession with such material.

The investigation uncovered that Tyrell had violated a sexual offences prevention order (SOPO) that had been imposed on him following previous convictions. The court was informed that Tyrell had a criminal record dating back to 2003 and 2010 for making indecent images of children. Despite completing a rehabilitation program after his 2003 conviction, his ongoing possession of illegal material indicated a failure to fully rehabilitate.

Police officers, during a search of Tyrell’s residence, discovered the illicit images on a second laptop that he had concealed from authorities. The initial search in August 2016 revealed a mobile phone, a laptop, and a tablet, but it was only during a subsequent search in November that the second laptop was found. The images were located in the recycle bin of this device, which police identified as containing illegal material. Prosecutor Mr. David Allan explained that the images primarily depicted young girls aged between four and 14 years old, emphasizing the severity of the offense.

During the court hearing, Tyrell’s defense lawyer, Mr. Raglan Ashton, acknowledged his client’s understanding of the gravity of his actions but pointed out that he had not received sufficient structured rehabilitation. He described Tyrell as a man who has struggled with an unhealthy obsession with children for a significant period. The lawyer also noted that Tyrell’s past relationships had been affected by his criminal history, often leading to breakups once his past was revealed. He emphasized that Tyrell had limited supervision and often felt isolated, which he suggested contributed to his continued offending behavior.

Judge Rosalind Coe, presiding over the case, stated that an immediate custodial sentence was necessary to protect the public. She justified her decision by emphasizing the importance of safeguarding society from individuals like Tyrell. Consequently, she sentenced him to 20 months for downloading the 37 indecent images, an additional two months for possession of extreme pornography involving bestiality, and a further eight months for breaching the sexual harm prevention order. These sentences are to be served consecutively, reflecting the seriousness of his offenses.

Furthermore, Tyrell will be subject to a new sexual harm prevention order, which mandates that he must notify the police if he wishes to own any device capable of accessing the internet. This measure aims to prevent further offenses and monitor his activities closely in the future.

Earlier in December 2016, Tyrell had already admitted to viewing extreme pornography at his Newark residence. During that hearing, he pleaded guilty to possessing two extreme pornographic images involving bestiality and making 37 indecent images of a child between September 10 and October 16, 2015. The images included 29 Category A images, which involve the most severe forms of abuse, along with Category B and C images. Tyrell’s previous convictions and the breach of his SOPO were also discussed during this hearing.

Despite the discovery of these images, Tyrell claimed that he had only searched for adult pornography and that the indecent images of children appeared unintentionally on his device. He stated that he had removed the peer-to-peer file sharing program used to download the images, asserting that he had taken steps to prevent such material from being downloaded again. The case was adjourned for a pre-sentence report, and Tyrell was scheduled for sentencing on January 20 at Nottingham Crown Court.

This case underscores the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement and judicial authorities in tackling the distribution and possession of child exploitation material. It also highlights the importance of strict supervision and rehabilitation for offenders to prevent further harm to vulnerable children and to protect the community at large.