09/01/2009

Elderly Man Accused Of Raping Minor

A 67-year-old man is to appear in court today, charged with raping and indecently assaulting a minor.

The man was detained by police yesterday.

It is believed the alleged offences took place in east Belfast between 2005 and 2006.

The man is expected to appear before Belfast Magistrates Court this morning, police said.

(PR)(BMcC)

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