In 2026, the Offender Database reported that Istvan Elek, then 54, of Kinross, was convicted of possessing and distributing a “shocking” collection of prohibited material. On 2 February 2026, Elek appeared at Perth Sheriff Court and admitted to several charges involving both child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and extreme pornography featuring animals.
The investigation established that Elek operated within a WhatsApp group where he actively requested and shared deviant images with other users. When police raided his former home in Marshall Place, Milnathort, they discovered a vast collection of extreme pornography on his mobile phone. The material featured a variety of animals, including pigs, horses, hamsters, and a cobra, involved in penetrative sexual activity with humans. In addition to the bestiality footage, forensic officers found that Elek had downloaded and distributed indecent images of children.
Judicial Findings and Investigative Detail
Sheriff Paul Brown emphasised the disturbing nature of the material, which a source close to the case described as some of the most “extreme and bizarre” images imaginable. The court reported that Elek had admitted to a strong sexual interest in both CSAM and animal-related pornography. The prosecution emphasised that his actions went beyond simple possession, as he actively distributed these files to like-minded individuals online.
The judge emphasised that the defendant had used modern messaging platforms to facilitate the exchange of this “shocking” content. The court heard that Elek had explicitly asked others in his digital network to send him more twisted imagery featuring reptiles and other animals. For his crimes in Kinross-shire, the court determined that a full social work background report was necessary before a final sentence could be determined, given the high risk of recidivism and the specialised nature of his deviance.
Sentence and Statutory Requirements
For his crimes in Perth and Kinross, Istvan Elek was handed:
- Custodial Sentence: Deferred until March 2026 for the preparation of reports.
- Sex Offenders Register: Notification requirements were activated immediately.
- Convictions: Admitted to possessing and distributing extreme pornography and indecent images of children.
Monitoring and Public Protection
Elek is managed under Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) by Police Scotland. Due to his active participation in online groups sourcing and sharing extreme material, his digital footprint and internet access are subject to the highest level of scrutiny by authorities in Perthshire.
As a registered sex offender, Elek must comply with stringent notification requirements regarding his residence in Kinross. Authorities state that his risk management is a priority for the Public Protection Unit to ensure he cannot re-establish contact with the digital networks used for his previous offending. Any breach of his registration conditions, or any future attempt to access prohibited material, will result in his immediate arrest and return to Perth Sheriff Court.
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