MAN FACES COURT OVER ALLEGED SEXUAL ASSAULT ON WOMAN OVER 16
Liam Nicholls appeared at Hastings Magistrates Court today for his first hearing in connection with allegations of rape.The charges relate to an incident involving a woman aged 16 or over, with the case listed under reference 47EH0720823.
Nicholls did not enter a plea and was remanded in custody until the next hearing.
The court was told that the case involves serious allegations under the Sexual Offences Act 2003.
No further details about the incident were disclosed during the brief hearing.
Nicholls, who appeared in court in a grey hoodie, was advised of his legal rights and the hearing was adjourned until later this year.
The case will now be listed for a future plea and trial management hearing.
Legal representatives for both sides are expected to prepare for the next stage of proceedings.
The victim’s identity and further case details remain confidential at this stage of the process.
