Man jailed for possessing thousands of child abuse files
Ricky Lau was sentenced to seven and a half years. Police found 2919 files of child abuse on his phone, including 2015 images and 183 videos.
Why it mattersChild abuse material offences are among the most serious crimes. Long sentences send a message that the courts treat exploitation of children with maximum severity.
AustraliaVictoria's courts continue to prosecute and jail offenders who possess or distribute child abuse material. This case demonstrates Australia's commitment to protecting children from exploitation.
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