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MNN Global · January 8, 2026 · 1 min read

Ex-Premier League referee avoids jail over schoolboy video

What happened: David Coote, a former Premier League referee, was sentenced but did not receive jail time after a sexual video of a schoolboy was found on his laptop.

Why it matters:

  • Highlights legal consequences for possession of illegal material involving minors.
  • Raises concerns about safeguarding and trust in sports officials.

MNN Take: The case shows the justice system's handling of sensitive offences involving public figures, balancing punishment and rehabilitation.

Sources: Sky News (Breaking)