Australian author Craig Silvey charged with child exploitation offences

Police say detectives searched Craig Silvey’s Fremantle home, arrested him and seized electronic devices; he has been charged with one count each of distribution and possession of child exploitation material and was granted bail with restrictions, and he is due back in court on February 10.

Police executed a search at Craig Silvey’s Fremantle home, arrested him and seized electronic devices, according to authorities. He has been charged with one count of distribution and one count of possession of child exploitation material. Magistrate Thomas Hall granted bail with conditions that restrict travel, work involving children, and internet use. The case is scheduled to return to Fremantle Court on February 10. Key facts: - Police say detectives searched the author’s Fremantle residence, arrested him and seized electronic devices. - Court documents list one count of distribution and one count of possession of child exploitation material. - Bail included travel and work restrictions and limits on internet access. - The magistrate noted that imprisonment is a likely outcome; the next listed hearing is February 10. Summary: Legal proceedings are under way and the matter remains before the courts. The next scheduled court date is February 10 and further outcomes are undetermined at this time.