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Matthew Atkinson

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Matthew Atkinson

Matthew Atkinson

Published
Child Sexual OffencesSexual Offences
MerseysideLiverpool36 years oldMale

Summary

Matthew Atkinson, 36, of Liverpool, pleaded guilty to the possession and downloading of indecent images of children. Following a police investigation into his devices, hundreds of indecent images were discovered, including category A images involving babies and toddlers.

Atkinson admitted to possessing and downloading the images and to having fantasies regarding children. The judge remarked that the evidence indicated a sexual interest in children.

He received a sentence of 12 months, which was suspended. In addition to the suspended sentence, he is required to complete a Horizon programme and perform unpaid work.

Sentence12 months, suspended, with a Horizon programme and unpaid work

Case Details

Police Force

Merseyside Police

Tags

catfishingSnapchatindecent images of children

Source Information

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Conviction Confirmed

Added: 20 September 2026

Approved: 20 September 2026

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