Sacked referee David Coote accused of making indecent image of child

Sacked referee David Coote accused of making indecent image of child

David Coote, a former Premier League referee, is facing charges for allegedly making an indecent image of a child. This comes after he was dismissed last year for remarks he made in a video regarding former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. The charge follows an investigation conducted by Nottinghamshire Police, with law enforcement identifying a video file in February as the basis for the accusation.

43-year-old Coote, residing in Collingham, Nottinghamshire, was officially charged on August 12th. He is set to make an appearance at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court this Thursday to address the accusations brought against him. The case has raised concerns and garnered significant attention given Coote’s previous status as a referee within the Premier League, adding a layer of complexity to the unfolding situation. The situation has undoubtedly put Coote in the spotlight for actions that have subjected him to legal implications

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