sydney Man Accused of Exploiting Actors Granted Bail Amid separate Offences
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A 57-year-old Sydney man has been granted bail after being accused of posing as a casting agent and allegedly exchanging sexual favors with aspiring actors for promises of media opportunities. The case takes a complex turn as Gerard Vamadevan was already subject to a court order for unrelated offenses at the time of the alleged crimes.
The investigation into Vamadevan began in November following reports that he was falsely representing himself as a representative of an international entertainment company and submitting falsified documents. On Friday,police executed a raid on his Lewisham home,seizing crucial evidence.
Allegations of Deception and Exploitation
During a court appearance on Saturday,Vamadevan claimed he had misrepresented himself as a Disney executive in an attempt to forge connections.”All I did with them [victims] was bought them coffee and shouted them dinner,” he told the court. He further stated he maintained friendships with three individuals involved, claiming his motivation stemmed from loneliness.
Tho, authorities allege a far more serious pattern of behavior. Vamadevan was arrested and subsequently charged with 11 offenses at Surry Hills Police Station. These include one count each of procuring a child for prostitution and stalking or intimidating with intent to cause fear or physical harm. Additionally, he faces six counts of possessing identification facts with the intent to commit an indictable offense and three counts of dealing with identification information to commit an indictable offense.
Bail Granted Despite Prosecutor’s Objections
Magistrate Robert Cook was informed that Vamadevan was already operating under a recognizance Release Order issued under the Commonwealth Crimes Act 1914, requiring adherence to specific conditions. Despite this existing order, and the severity of the new charges, bail was granted.
Vamadevan argued that release was essential to continue receiving mental health support. “I need to be of a clear, sound mind, my primary trigger is solitude. I used to drink to self-medicate and that’s when I caused the offences,” he explained to the court.
Police prosecutor Sergeant Candice Chapman strongly opposed bail, asserting that no conditions could adequately guarantee the cessation of alleged offending. Despite these concerns, Magistrate cook ultimately approved bail with stringent stipulations. These conditions require Vamadevan to report to police daily and restrict his internet access to work-related activities.
Vamadevan has indicated he will plead not guilty at his next court appearance, scheduled for Thursday, February 5, at Downing Center Local Court.
expanded news report:
Why: Gerard Vamadevan, a 57-year-old Sydney man, was arrested following allegations of exploiting aspiring actors by falsely presenting himself as a casting agent and offering media opportunities in exchange for sexual favors. The case is elaborate by existing charges and a prior court order.
Who: The key individuals involved are Gerard Vamadevan, the accused; the alleged victims, aspiring actors; magistrate Robert Cook, who granted bail; and Sergeant Candice Chapman, the police prosecutor who opposed bail.
What: Vamadevan is facing 11 charges, including procuring a child for prostitution, stalking/intimidation, and multiple counts related to possessing and dealing with identification information to commit indictable offenses
