In 2026, the Offender Register reported that Robert Askew, a 27-year-old Suffolk police officer from Risby, had been convicted of an offence related to the creation of indecent content featuring minors.
Robert Askew, a resident of Quay’s Road in Risby, entered a guilty plea to one count of manufacturing a category C film featuring minors during a hearing on May 27. He was sentenced to an 18-month community order, ordered to pay £340 in costs, and required to remain on the sex offenders register for a period of five years at Norwich Magistrates Court today (Monday, July 13).
After receiving information regarding the uploading of illegal material online, he was apprehended on August 13, 2024. Officers searched an address in Stowmarket and confiscated digital devices. Specialised forensic officers subsequently examined these devices. Following his apprehension, Askew was interviewed and subsequently charged.
DCC Dan Vajzovic stated, “We have significantly enhanced the vetting of new applicants to the police service.” [editor note: again???????!!!!!!!!!]
Regrettably, this former officer was able to conceal his true essence. His actions during his probationary period led to his termination from his position. I trust that the sentence he received today will serve as a reminder to all individuals who commit acts of violence against children that the prevention of such abuse is a top priority for law enforcement. We will endeavour to enforce the full force of the law against all individuals, regardless of their status.
The exemplary work of the broader workforce was in striking contrast to the actions of this former officer.
As soon as the allegations were reported to the constabulary’s Professional Standards Department (PSD), he was suspended.
In April of this year, Askew submitted his resignation from the police force.
NO PRISON
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