Leeds Man Jailed for Faking References to Secure Nursery Job

A 27-year-old Leeds man already serving a prison sentence for possessing indecent images of children has been jailed for a further two years after falsifying references to secure nursery employment. Police have reassured parents that no images of children in nursery settings were found on his electronic devices.

Leeds Man Given Further Two-Year Jail Sentence for Faking References to Work in Nursery

Nursery bosses to meet police over jailed worker - AOL

A Leeds man already imprisoned for possessing indecent images of children has received an additional two-year prison sentence after admitting he falsified employment references to obtain work at a nursery.

Kristian Parry, 27, of Middleton, Leeds, was sentenced at Leeds Crown Court on Friday 23 October 2026 after pleading guilty to fraud by false representation.

Parry was already serving a prison sentence of three years and eight months following his conviction in March for offences involving indecent images of children.

The latest sentence will be served in addition to his existing prison term.

False references used to obtain nursery employment

According to West Yorkshire Police, Parry falsified job references between 17 June and 20 September 2025 to secure employment at a nursery.

The fraud offence came to light during a police investigation into his activities following his earlier conviction.

Parry was summoned to appear at Leeds Magistrates' Court on 2 October 2026, where he admitted the offence.

He subsequently appeared at Leeds Crown Court for sentencing on 23 October.

The court imposed a further two-year prison sentence.

Police reassure parents following investigation

West Yorkshire Police acknowledged the concern the case has caused among parents whose children attended nurseries where Parry had worked.

However, officers confirmed that no images of children in nursery settings were discovered among the indecent images recovered from Parry's electronic devices.

Detective Superintendent Scott Hartley, of Leeds Police, welcomed the additional conviction.

He said:

"We welcome the additional conviction today for Parry’s criminal activity in falsifying references to gain employment."

He explained that the fraud was identified during the investigation into Parry's activities following his earlier conviction.

Investigation uncovered further offending

Detective Superintendent Hartley said police recognised the anxiety caused to families by the circumstances of the case.

He added:

"We fully recognise the concern this case will have caused parents of children using the nurseries Parry worked at and want to again reassure parents that no images of children in nursery settings were found on devices recovered from Parry."

The additional conviction brings a further prison sentence for Parry, who remains in custody for his earlier offences.

The police statement does not identify the nurseries involved or indicate that any children attending those settings were depicted in the recovered material.

Source: West Yorkshire Police, Friday 23 October 2026.

More from Local and National News

  • TfL Reveals £900 Million Cost of Proposed West London Orbital Railway

    Transport for London has revealed that the proposed West London Orbital railway could cost up to £900 million. The new London Overground service would connect communities across west and north-west London, with construction potentially beginning in the early 2030s. A public consultation is open until 18 November 2026.

  • Calderdale Named Among England’s Top 25 Places for Children to Grow Up

    Calderdale has been recognised as one of England’s top 25 places for children and young people in a new report from the Children’s Commissioner. The borough is one of just three local authority areas in the North of England to feature among the highest-ranked locations.

  • Five Young Men Sentenced Over Violent Attacks in Bradford

    Five young men have been sentenced at Bradford Crown Court for their involvement in a series of violent incidents targeting three victims, including two teenage boys. The attacks involved robbery, group violence and the use of a baseball bat, with two brothers receiving immediate custodial sentences.

  • Man, 35, Named as Victim of Fatal Enfield Pub Shooting

    Police have named 35-year-old Erdem Mustafa as the victim of a fatal shooting inside a pub in Enfield, north London. Detectives believe the attack was targeted and have launched a manhunt for the gunman, who remains at large.

  • Full Leeds Route Revealed for 2027 Tour de France Femmes

    The full Leeds route for the 2027 Tour de France Femmes Grand Départ has been unveiled, with cyclists set to travel through the city centre, Headingley, Kirkstall, Bramley, Farnley and Drighlington. The historic event takes place on 30 July 2027, marking the first time the world's biggest women's professional cycling race will visit Britain.

  • Bradford Solicitor Filmed Allegedly Advising How to Avoid £45,000 Immigration Fine

    A Bradford-based solicitor has been secretly filmed by the BBC appearing to suggest how a business owner could avoid a £45,000 penalty for employing an illegal worker. The solicitor denies wrongdoing, while Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced a review of how immigration fines are issued and collected.

  • Teen Driver Sentenced After 90mph Police Chase Through Halifax

    A teenage driver has received a suspended detention sentence after leading police on a dangerous pursuit through Halifax, reaching speeds of up to 90mph and colliding with several vehicles. Two pedestrians were forced to jump out of his path, while the damage caused exceeded £10,000.

  • Boy, 16, Cleared of Murdering Teenager in West London Stabbing

    A 16-year-old boy has been found not guilty of murdering 18-year-old Maliki Sharma, who died following a stabbing in Feltham, west London. The Old Bailey heard that the fatal confrontation followed an escalating dispute between two groups of young people.

  • Girl, 10, Suffers Chemical Burns After Glitter Phone Case Leaks

    A 10-year-old girl from Old Trafford has been treated in hospital after liquid from a cracked glitter-filled phone case reportedly caused painful chemical burns to her stomach. Her mother is warning other parents about the potential dangers of similar products.

  • Two Men Charged Following Keighley Café Break-In

    Two men have been charged with burglary following a reported break-in at the Endless Kettle Café in Keighley. The independent business is preparing to reopen today after the incident forced it to close and cancel customer bookings.

  • £100m Drugs Gang Ringleader Ordered to Pay Back £260,000

    A convicted drugs gang ringleader from Ravensthorpe has been ordered to repay more than £260,000 following a financial investigation by West Yorkshire Police. Mohammed Tasadiq Khan, 38, is already serving a 16-year prison sentence for his role in a drugs network worth an estimated £100 million.

  • Man Jailed for Defrauding Two Elderly Women of Over £5,000

    A 30-year-old man from Leicester has been jailed for three years and three months after targeting two women in their eighties in a bank impersonation scam. The victims, from High Wycombe and Oxford, lost a combined £5,222.

On Air Now Bhajans 6:00am - 7:00am

Listener Club

Get more with the Listener Club!

  • Legal Show Legal Show

    Once a fortnight we dedicate a show to discussing legal issues and family / matrimonial law in particular. Alternate Friday mornings between 9am-11pm.

  • Alim OnAir Alim OnAir

    Have you a question about the religious, cultural or tradition aspect of Islam? Then join Hazrat Maulana Fazal Dad in the weekly show every Friday between 8-9pm.

  • The Golden Era The Golden Era

    The golden era of Bollywood celebrated in this weekly show full of classics taking you back in time. Every Sunday between 5pm - 7pm

  • Bhangra Nights Bhangra Nights

    Get over the Weekday blues - Every Tuesday night is party night with the best Bhangra and Urban Asian Beats. The Bhangra Show every Tuesday between 8pm-11pm