MAN FACES SERIOUS CHARGES OF RAPE AND SEXUAL ASSAULT IN COURT
Steve Roper appeared at Carlisle Magistrates Court on 21 July 2025 for his first hearing.He is charged with serious offences including the rape of a boy under 13, sexual assault on a male, and inciting a boy under 13 to perform sexual acts.
These allegations fall under the Sexual Offences Act 2003.
The court listed the case under reference 03NN0090024.
Roper did not enter a plea at this stage.
The case was adjourned for further proceedings.
Roper's appearance was brief, with no bail application made during the hearing.
The court has scheduled a future date for further case management.
As legal proceedings continue, no further details about the victim or specific circumstances have been released.
The allegations are taken very seriously, given their grave nature under UK law.
