Bromley man admits child sexual communication charges
Clifford Blake, 63, pleaded guilty at Bromley Magistrates' Court to offences committed between September 25 and October 3.
Clifford Blake, 63, of Shroffold Road, Downham, pleaded guilty to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child at Bromley Magistrates' Court on October 5. The charges relate to actions taken between September 25 and October 3.
Nature of the offences
The court heard that Blake intentionally attempted to communicate with a person under 16 for the purpose of obtaining sexual gratification. This included requesting a kiss, asking for photographs in school uniform, and suggesting they share a bed. The charge states Blake did not reasonably believe the individual was 16 or older.
Bail conditions and sentencing
Blake has been remanded on conditional bail. His conditions require him to register with Lewisham police. He is also subject to restrictions preventing contact with any child under 16, except where unavoidable in daily life. Furthermore, he must register any internet-capable devices with the police and is prohibited from deleting browsing history or data from these devices. His sentencing is scheduled for November 17.
Questions this report answers
01What did Clifford Blake plead guilty to?
Clifford Blake, 63, pleaded guilty to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child. The offences occurred between September 25 and October 3, involving requests for a kiss and pictures.
02What are the conditions of Clifford Blake's bail?
Blake is on conditional bail, requiring him to register with Lewisham police. He must not contact children under 16 unless unavoidable, register internet devices, and not delete browsing data.
03When will Clifford Blake be sentenced?
Clifford Blake's sentencing is scheduled to take place on November 17. The court will consider the guilty pleas for the offences committed between September 25 and October 3.
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