Clearing my Name: “No CP Found in Possession, and I Can Prove It.”

I am Matthew Taylor—an ex-Royal Military Policeman, anti-police corruption activist, writer, filmmaker, YouTuber, and the independent parliamentary candidate in the 2015 Brighton Kemptown General Election. 

Today, I want to set the record straight regarding allegations that have tarnished my name and reputation.

Contrary to statements made by others—and, regrettably, myself—no child pornography (CP) was ever found in my possession. I can prove this because the alleged images were never presented in a court of law.

The Allegations.

The accusations involved two images: one alleged to be a Category C image and another described as a pseudo-cartoon of sexual abuse. However, no evidence of these images was ever presented during court proceedings. This glaring omission forms the basis of my argument that these charges were both fraudulent and malicious.

A Baseless Charge.

I contend that these charges were fabricated by Surrey Police as retaliation for their inability to charge me with stalking and harassment of an individual I am legally prohibited from naming due to a civil injunction. This injunction prevents me from blogging about that person, further limiting my ability to defend myself publicly.

The Gaslighting Campaign.

For three years, I was subjected to a campaign of gaslighting that led me to believe the false narrative that CP had been found in my possession. In the spirit of transparency, I spoke openly about this on the eve of my court appearance, where I was set to defend myself against the most heinous accusation a man or father could face.

The Legal Reality.

I was to stand trial before a jury accused of possessing one Category B image and a cartoon of a sexual nature. However, these images were never presented in court. Once the images were shared with a third party—a solicitor's firm in Eastbourne—the charges were dropped due to insufficient evidence and the determination that continuing the case was not in the public interest.

This outcome confirms that whatever Surrey Police believed to be illegal material was, in fact, not.

The Real Motive.

I firmly believe this case was not about justice but rather an orchestrated attempt to destroy my name, reputation, and character. The absence of evidence and the eventual dismissal of charges underscore the malicious intent behind this baseless prosecution.

Final Word.

No child pornography was ever found in my possession. The evidence—or lack thereof—proves this unequivocally. I stand by my innocence and will continue to fight to restore my good name, undeterred by the smear campaigns waged against me.

This experience has been a harrowing reminder of how easily a reputation can be destroyed by unfounded allegations. However, I remain steadfast in my mission to expose corruption and fight for justice, both for myself and others who have faced similar injustices.

Matthew Taylor

Ex-Royal Military Policeman

Anti-Police Corruption Activist

Writer, Filmmaker, YouTuber, and Advocate for Truth