A YOUTUBER in a parkour group that has 11million followers has admitted possessing nearly 3,000 child abuse images.
Callum Powell, 34, was part of Storror — seven athletes who make films of their exploits running, jumping and vaulting over obstacles.
Callum Powell admitted to making 2,932 indecent images of children and one image of bestiality Credit: Apple Podcasts
Powell was part of a Parkour group that has 11 million followers Credit: Getty
They have appeared in their own films as well as doing stunt double work for a movie starring .
And as well as its YouTube presence, the group has more than a million followers.
The other six members kicked out Powell, of , after learning that he pleaded guilty at the city’s magistrates’ court last week to making 2,932 indecent images of children — including 178 of the worst Category A images.
He also admitted possessing an image involving .
Powell was freed on conditional bail to be sentenced in July.
The group called Powell’s offences a “betrayal” and “appalling” and said that its work is “built on inspiring young people”.
The sport’s national body UK also condemned him and said it will review its safeguarding practices.
In a statement, Parkour UK, the sport’s national governing body, said: “Parkour UK is appalled by the offences admitted by Callum Powell at Brighton Magistrates’ Court on 7 May.
“There can be no such place for this abhorrent behaviour, and our thoughts are with all those affected.
“We condemn any action which abuses positions of power and influence to exploit the vulnerable.
“Safeguarding is fundamental to our sport, and we take our responsibilities in this area seriously.
“We know this news is deeply upsetting for many people across our community.
“It is a stark reminder of the importance of constant vigilance and continued action around safeguarding for all those associated with our sport.”
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