Court hears that man sexually abused girl in a field, a car park, and at a church

Man charged with 53 sexual offences against girl — including more than 20 counts of rape — beginning before her 10th birthday

The man, who is in his 50s, was arraigned at a sitting of the Central Criminal Court in Waterford yesterday, Monday. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges. File picture

The trial of a man accused of 53 sexual offences — including more than 20 counts of rape — has heard allegations that he abused a young girl in his home, a church, a car park, and a field in Waterford.

The man, who is in his 50s, was arraigned at a sitting of the Central Criminal Court in Waterford yesterday.