A man who is accused of making over 4,000 images and videos of child porn will appear for sentencing.

Thomas Pettit, of Havelock Road, Kings Langley, pleaded guilty on April 22 to three charges related in the making 4,125 child pornography content.

Appearing at St Albans Magistrates’ Court, the 43-year-old also admitted to possessing a prohibited image of a child.

The court heard that between May 6, 2016, and May 16, 2019, Pettit made thousands of materials involving children.

He has been committed to St Albans Crown Court for sentencing on May 13 this year.

Pettit is also required to register with the police in accordance with the Sexual Offences Act.