Adam Taylor, a 40-year-old former intelligence officer with the National Crime Agency (NCA), has pleaded guilty to multiple charges related to indecent images of children, possession of extreme pornography, and misconduct in a public office.

Taylor’s arrest came in April 2022 when officers from the NCA’s Anti-Corruption Unit traced illegal content to an IP address linked to his home. The investigation revealed disturbing evidence: over 700 indecent images of children and 200 images of extreme pornography or bestiality were found on various electronic devices at Taylor’s residence, including laptops, tablets, USBs, hard drives, DVDs, and CDs.

Some of these illicit images were discovered on a work-issued computer, leading to Taylor’s immediate suspension. Subsequent searches and evidence gathering led to his dismissal from the NCA for gross misconduct.

At a hearing held at Southwark Crown Court on June 12, Taylor pleaded guilty to four counts related to the images and two counts of misconduct in a public office. He has been bailed until his sentencing on August 2.

NCA Director General (Operations) Rob Jones expressed shock and sadness that an NCA officer could be involved in such criminal activity. However, he emphasized the agency’s commitment to identifying and eliminating any potential risks within its ranks. Jones praised the diligent work of other NCA officers who brought Taylor to justice, highlighting the importance of protecting vulnerable victims of online child sexual abuse.

“Individuals like Taylor have no place in law enforcement,” Jones stated. “We remain determined to pursue offenders like him wherever they operate in society.”