Man wanted in UK for indecent assaults before High Court

A 67-year-old man wanted in the UK on charges of indecently assaulting a young girl more than 25 years ago has appeared before the High Court following his arrest by gardaí today.

The British authorities are seeking the extradition of London-born John Anthony Howell, who is facing five charges of indecently assaulting a young female on various dates between 1979 and 1984.