14/07/2023

Man Charged With Attempted Sexual Communication With A Child

A 31-year-old man has been charged with a number of offences including attempted sexual communication with a child.

The man was arrested in north Belfast on Thursday, 13 July.

He is due to appear at Laganside Magistrates Court today, 14 July.

As is usual procedure all charges will be reviewed by the PPS.


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