AN ISLE of Wight man has admitted more than 20 sexual offences relating to young girls.

Joshua Pelling, of Avenue Road, Sandown, appeared before a judge at the Isle of Wight Crown Court today (Monday).

The 35-year-old admitted 21 counts, including inciting a girl to engage in sexual activity, engaging in sexual activity with a child, and taking indecent photographs of a child. 

The dates of the offences range between April, 2015, and March, 2019.

Court was told of at least six victims, in the UK and America.

Pelling, who is already subject of an interim sexual harm prevention order and notification requirements, saw his case adjourned to December 6.

A pre-sentence report was ordered, and he was granted unconditional bail.