MAN CHARGED WITH SEXUAL ASSAULT APPEARS IN COURT
Deju Thomas appeared at Chester Magistrates Court on October 3, 2025, for his first hearing.He faces allegations of sexual assault on a female, with the case listed under reference 07EZ0402825.
Thomas did not enter a plea and was remanded in custody ahead of further hearings.
The court heard brief details of the case, but no further evidence was presented on this date.
Judge Jonathon Edwards ordered that the case be sent to crown court for trial.
Thomas remains in custody as he awaits his next appearance.
The court officials confirmed a provisional trial date has been scheduled for later this year.
This is an ongoing case and more details will be revealed as proceedings continue.
The defendant has not yet entered a plea and is entitled to a fair trial under UK law.
Magistrates emphasised that everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
