Man found with more than a thousand indecent images of children jailed

A man from Kent who was found with more than 1,000 indecent images of children on devices belonging to him has been jailed.

Michael Frost was already being watched by detectives under a Sexual Offences Prevention Order when they became suspicious he was accessing illegal images online.

A search of the 57-year-old's home found devices containing 1,084 indecent images.

Frost , formerly from Minster-on-Sea, denied three counts of making an indecent photograph of a child but was found guilty at Maidstone Crown Court.

Detective Sergeant Vicky Whitmill, from Kent Police, said: "Our ViSOR officers are based across the county and diligently monitor individuals who present a danger to the public. A particular focus is preventing offences taking place, supporting victims, and ensuring robust action is taken against those who seek to offend.

"When we learned of Frost’s illegal activity, we took immediate action to detain him before a thorough review of evidence led to charges being authorised. 

 "The investigating officer demonstrated tenacity and commitment to build this case and her outstanding work has led to a prison sentence being imposed against a man who has shown a remorseless and determined nature to access images of child abuse.

 "I additionally hope this case serves as a reminder that we will always use the full remit of our powers to keep people safe and take action against those responsible for causing harm."