Had 1.5 million indecent images of children on his phone.

Magistrates Impose Sexual Risk Order on Man Accused of Spying on Girls

Zac Soliman, 23, appeared before Southampton Magistrates' Court on Thursday facing accusations of "spying on girls" in cubicles. Prosecutors allege Soliman possessed "1.5 million indecent images of children" on his phone, despite attempting a factory reset when police arrived. The court also heard allegations of Soliman using his phone to record children in cubicles.

Prosecutor Ned Sillett stated, "On one occasion, the defendant put his hand – holding his phone – under a cubicle where a 10-year-old girl, and on another occasion, a 16-year-old girl, were present. They were both unknown to the defendant. This indicates that he has an active sexual interest in children. His devices were also searched, and a vast quantity of indecent images were found – 1.5 million in total."

Mr. Sillett continued, "The defendant was arrested earlier this year, and he took so long to answer the door that police forced entry. When they entered, they found the defendant had done a factory reset on his phone. Sex toys and lubricant were also found, and evidence suggests he carries them around with him in a bag in public places. There is a significant risk to the public, particularly children."

Soliman, of Shaftesbury Road, Southsea, requested an adjournment to obtain legal aid. Chair of the Magistrates', Mr. Dickinson said, "I will adjourn a decision for a full sexual risk order until June 10 to allow for legal aid for the defendant. This is a one-off opportunity, but we feel there is a substantial risk that must be managed. We believe it is right and fair to impose an interim sexual risk order."

A sexual risk order is a civil court order that restricts an individual from engaging in certain activities. The specific details of Soliman's order were not disclosed in court.