Man from Biggleswade charged with possession of indecent images of children

A man has been charged with possession of indecent images of children, following a lengthy investigation by Hertfordshire Constabulary.

Conor McGrath, aged 29, of Biggleswade, was charged today (Monday 23 February), following a 10-month investigation by specialist officers within the Child Online Safeguarding Team (COST).

Mcgrath has been charged with:

• One count of taking/making indecent CAT A images of a child
• One count of taking/making indecent CAT B images of a child
• One count of taking/making indecent CAT C images of a child

The charges follow a complex investigation by the team who are based within Hertfordshire Constabulary’s Public Protection Command.

Detective Constable Tom Campbell said: “This has been a protracted and complex investigation which has required significant specialist resources.

“This case must now proceed through the justice system unimpeded by misplaced public comment and speculation, to allow a fair trial, so I would urge people not share information or speculate on online platforms.”

Mcgrath has been released on bail ahead of appearing at Stevenage Magistrates Court on Wednesday 25 March.