MAN DENIES CHARGES OF CHILD RAPE AND ABUSE AT COURT HEARING
A man appeared at Guildford Magistrates Court on 7 August 2025 to face serious allegations involving a young boy.Mourad Soukeur was charged with multiple offences, including the rape of a child under 13 and various forms of assault and neglect.
Soukeur's case was listed under reference 45SL1299923.
He is accused of engaging in sexual contact and causing suffering to the young victim, with additional charges relating to ill-treatment and neglect.
The defendant made his first appearance at the court, denying the charges brought against him.
No plea was entered at this stage.
The case was adjourned for further hearing, with a trial date yet to be set.
Soukeur remains on conditional bail, pending future proceedings.
The court upheld the importance of handling the case sensitively and ensuring a fair trial, with all parties given time to prepare.
