15/06/2026

Man Charged Following Serious Sexual Assault In Belfast

A man in his 40s is due to appear before Belfast Magistrates' Court facing multiple charges including rape and false imprisonment.

A man has been charged to court following a report of a serious sexual assault that took place in Belfast on Sunday, 14th June 2026.

The individual, aged in his 40s, faces a number of charges including rape, false imprisonment, non-fatal strangulation, and sexual assault.
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He is expected to appear before Belfast Magistrates' Court today, Monday 15th June.

As is standard procedure, all of the charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.

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