MAN FACES COURT OVER ALLEGED RAPE INCIDENT
Clifford Grant appeared at Hastings Magistrates Court on 28 May 2025 for his first hearing.The 47-year-old is charged with a serious offence under the Sexual Offences Act 2003, accused of raping a woman aged 16 or over.
The defendant was brought before the court to face the allegation, which has been formally listed under reference 47EH0686921.
No further details of the incident or the victim’s identity were disclosed at this stage.
Grant entered no plea and was remanded in custody until his next appearance.
The court set a provisional date for further hearings.
Prosecutors and defence are due to prepare for the next steps in the case, with legal representatives expected to argue bail and considering evidence.
The case remains ongoing, and further updates will be issued as proceedings continue.
