In 2026, the Offender Database recorded that Adam Das, 47, pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent photographs of children after a “vile” collection of nearly 2,200 images was uncovered. On appearing at Swindon Magistrates Court on 24 March 2026, the defendant—of Chippenham, Wiltshire, and formerly known as Rodney Fernandes—admitted to the charges. It was reported that the investigation began in December 2024 after a report was received that Das had uploaded an indecent image of a child to the internet.
The investigation established that a “shocking” volume of material was accessible on devices seized from his home. Wiltshire Police reported that the haul included 67 Category A images—the most severe classification—along with 290 Category B and 1,821 Category C images. The prosecution reported that the Child Internet Exploitation Team carried out diligent enquiries following the initial report of his online activity, leading to his arrest and the subsequent forensic recovery of the illegal files.
Judicial Findings and Investigative Detail
The court reported that these are extremely serious offences that directly involve the exploitation of children. Swindon Magistrates Court heard that Das had changed his name from Rodney Fernandes, though his past identity was noted during the proceedings. The investigation established that the “vicious” nature of the Category A material, which often depicts the most horrific forms of abuse, was a central component of the case built by detectives.
Det Con Justine Parsons stated that the priority of the police remains protecting children from harm and ensuring that those who view or share such material are brought to justice. For his actions in Chippenham, Das has been remanded ahead of his next appearance. The judge noted that the significant number of images found on his devices indicates a persistent and “appalling” interest in the abuse of children.
Status and Statutory Requirements
For the crimes reported in England, the status of Adam Das is as follows:
- Sentencing Status: Next appearance scheduled for 29 April 2026.
- Sex Offenders Register: Notification requirements will be active upon sentencing.
- Judicial Oversight: Convicted at Swindon Magistrates Court following a Wiltshire Police investigation.
- Criminal Record: Making indecent images of children (Categories A, B, and C).
- Origin: Chippenham, Wiltshire (Formerly known as Rodney Fernandes).
Monitoring and Public Protection
Das is managed by the Child Internet Exploitation Team within the Wiltshire area. Due to the nature of his conduct in Chippenham, which involved the active uploading of abuse material to the internet, his management is a maximum priority. Authorities state that his use of an alias and the high volume of Category A images necessitate the most intensive digital monitoring to ensure he cannot return to the “vile” corners of the web to access or distribute further material.
As a convicted sex offender, Das’s details are permanently logged on the national police database. Authorities state that his history of “appalling” digital offending in Wiltshire requires permanent vigilance by offender management teams. Any attempt to use his former name, Rodney Fernandes, to bypass background checks or to acquire unmonitored devices will result in immediate arrest to ensure the ongoing safety of the community and to prevent the further victimisation of children.
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