Pharmacist Struck Off After Conviction for Distributing Indecent Images of Children
Date of Decision: March 27, 2026
Registrant's Role: Pharmacist
Allegations:
- On 16 August 2024, the registrant was convicted at Newcastle Crown Court of three counts of distributing an indecent photograph/pseudo-photograph of a child.
- The images, including video content, depicted male children aged approximately between one and five years.
- The material had been received via WhatsApp and subsequently forwarded by the registrant to contacts.
- By reason of this conviction, the registrant’s fitness to practise was alleged to be impaired.
Outcome: Removed from the register
GPhC Standards Breached:
- Standard 6 – Pharmacy professionals must behave in a professional manner, be trustworthy and act with honesty and integrity
Case Summary
Allegations
This case concerned a pharmacist who was convicted of serious criminal offences involving the distribution of indecent images of children. The conviction arose after police investigations revealed that the registrant had received and forwarded three indecent images (including video files) via WhatsApp. The material depicted very young children, estimated to be between one and five years old.
Although the registrant initially denied knowledge of the images during a police interview, he was ultimately convicted following a trial at Newcastle Crown Court on 16 August 2024. He received a 12-month Community Order, including unpaid work and rehabilitation activity requirements, and was placed on the Sex Offenders Register for five years. Additionally, he was barred from working with children and vulnerable adults.
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