South Armagh man to stand trial for domestic abuse and child cruelty

The accused pleaded not guilty to all charges as they were put to him in Newry Crown Court today.

The majority of the alleged offences detailed in court were alleged to have taken place from 2022-2023.

He was charged with domestic abuse in the form of non-fatal strangulation, and a related charge of causing physical or psychological harm.

He was also charged with assaulting a child between December 2010 and December 2011, in total facing 30 similar charges.

He was also charged with perverting the course of justice, by telling an alleged victim that they "would be taken away" if they did not comply with his directions.

In addition, the defendant faces a further charge of common assault.

He pleaded not guilty to all charges and was freed on bail.

A trial date was set for 9 June with a review to take place on 4 February.