Sebastopol man charged over online communication with minor
Peter Burnell Brimblecombe, 63, was charged with indecent online communication with someone believed to be under 16.
A 63-year-old Sebastopol man has been charged by Australian Federal Police. Brimblecombe used an online service for indecent communication with a person he believed was under 16.
Peter Burnell Brimblecombe was charged on October 26. The alleged conduct is dated July 27 and 28.
Brimblecombe faced Ballarat Magistrates' Court on November 2 for a brief filing hearing. The court heard he is subject to extensive bail conditions.
These include not being in the company of anyone under 18 and not accessing the internet or online services. An exception allows him to contact his partner overseas via a messaging app.
The prosecution must provide evidence to the defence by December 14. The case is adjourned to February 2, 2027.
- 63
- Defendant age
- October 26
- Charged date
- July 27 and 28
- Alleged conduct
- November 2, 2026
- Court hearing
Why it mattersThe case shows ongoing efforts against online child exploitation. These efforts happen through federal police investigations.
AustraliaFederal Police continue investigating online child safety offences affecting Australians, with court processes working through regional courts.
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