A MAN has admitted downloading hundreds of indecent images of children.

Sydney Jupp, 61, of Betony Crescent, Billericay, downloaded 57 of the most vile category A images, 53 category B images and 163 category C images.

The offences took place on or before June 12 last year.

Jupp admitted the offences at Basildon Magistrates’ Court and will be sentenced at Basildon Crown Court at a later date.