31/08/2023

Man Charged With Sexual Activity With 14-Year-Old Girl

A 31-year old man has been charged with a number of offences including sexual activity with a 14-year-old girl.

He has also been charged with drugs offences.

The suspect is due to appear before Ballymena Magistrates’ Court today, 31 August.

All charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service (PPS).


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