February 2014
Man admits possessing indecent images of children
A NEWBURY man has appeared before town magistrates charged with possessing indecent images of children.
Paul David Mason, aged 49, of Aintree Close, appeared last Thursday to admit formally four charges of making a number of indecent images of children between September 15, 2006, and November 30, 2011.
He also admitted two charges of possessing extreme pornographic images.
Stephen Collins, for Mr Mason, said: “His computer was analysed and a small percentage were found to be in the higher categories.
“He made full admissions to police.
“Having discussed this matter with (Claire French, prosecuting) and your learned legal adviser, I submit that the number of images is such that this should go straight to the Crown court to be finalised.”
The court heard that Mr Mason is currently required to sign in at Newbury police station.
Presiding magistrates Sue Campbell ordered pre-sentence reports to be prepared on Mr Mason.
Mr Mason will be sentenced by a judge sitting at Reading Crown Court on March 18.
