A man accused of sexually attacking a young boy in Knighton has appeared at Leicester Crown Court.
Ajay Jetha (32) is charged in connection with an alleged serious sexual assault involving a boy under 13, near a secluded footpath, off Knighton Lane East, on Tuesday October 13.
The defendant, wearing a grey tracksuit, appeared via a live video link from the prison where he is currently being detained.
Counsel, Adrian Langdale, appeared on behalf of the prosecution and barrister, Talbir Singh, was representing Jetha, during a 33 minute preliminary hearing.