Local man admits sexual assault on train
A woman took matters into her own hands after catching a man lifting her dress and underwear in front of fellow passengers on a train to Newtown, a court has heard.
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A woman took matters into her own hands after catching a man lifting her dress and underwear in front of fellow passengers on a train to Newtown, a court has heard.
Gareth Manuel appeared in Welshpool Magistrates Court on Tuesday 1st August 2023 facing charges of sexual assault.
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As reported in the Powys County Times, Mr Manuel, who resides in The Gardens, Kerry, pleaded guilty and admitted lifting up her skirt, but claimed it was not sexual and a prank which backfired.
The victim has lifelong anonymity as a victim of sexual assault.
Magistrates granted Mr Manuel unconditional bail to re-appear before Magistrates for sentencing on 22nd August 2023.
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