MAN CHARGED WITH RAPE OF WOMAN OVER 16 FACES COURT HEARING
James Reedman appeared at Reading Magistrates Court on June 12, 2025, for his first hearing.The defendant faces serious allegations linked to a sexual offence involving a woman aged over 16.
The case, listed under reference 43SW0032024, concerns charges of rape and sexual assault.
Reedman did not enter a plea and was remanded in custody pending further proceedings.
The court was told the case involves allegations of a sexual act carried out without consent.
The matter has been committed for a future trial, where the evidence will be examined.
Reedman is scheduled to return to court on a later date for a plea hearing and further legal steps.
The court has requested a pre-trial review to set dates for the case to proceed.
This hearing was the defendant's first appearance, and no additional details about the case or victims are publicly available.
The court will continue to monitor proceedings as the case advances.
