Former Teacher Admits to Sex Offences Over Four-Decade Span
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- David Pickthall pled guilty to 29 child sex offences over 40 years.
- The offences affected 19 victims in Brentwood and Upminster.
- Pickthall was a teacher and choirmaster during these offences.
- He was awarded an MBE in 2015 for educational services.
- Charges include indecent assault, voyeurism, and child imagery.
- Victims showed bravery by reporting the crimes.
- Sentencing is scheduled for November 11 at Chelmsford Crown Court.