Brisbane: Man charged with possessing child exploitation material

A 51-year-old man will face court after he was allegedly found in possession of child exploitation material relating to the abuse of children in Brisbane.

A 51-year-old Brisbane man will face court after he was allegedly found in possession of child exploitation material relating to the abuse of children.

The man has been charged with one count each of possessing child exploitation material and using a carriage service for child abuse material.

He was arrested on Wednesday, September 7 following the execution of a search warrant in Lawnton.

Police will allege the man was found to be in possession of child exploitation material.

He has been remanded in custody to next appear in the Pine Rivers Magistrates Court on November 14.

Argos investigators have executed a number of separate search warrants on people engaged in the alleged possession and distribution of child exploitation material.

But police say parents, carers, professionals and community members all need to hear what children say and seek advice in ensuring they respond appropriately to children when they speak out about abuse or feeling unsafe.

Detective Inspector Glen Donaldson of Argos said despite everything we know about online safety, children continue to engage in unsafe practices such as engaging with strangers and sending intimate images of themselves.

“Research by the Commonwealth eSafety Commissioner has identified that one in four children have been approached by a stranger online,” Detective Inspector Donaldson said.

“This is extremely concerning and highlights the need for parents to be aware of their child’s online footprint and to speak with their child about online safety”.

Further information about reducing online risks for children: https://bit.ly/3QBd9wA