A 27-year-old man from Shropshire has appeared in court charged with a series of serious sexual and violent offences.
Multiple Serious Charges Laid
Henry Stokes, of Poplar Street in Shifnal, faced magistrates in Kidderminster on Saturday, January 17. He stands accused of six separate criminal counts.
The charges include two counts of rape, one count of sexual assault, and one count of actual bodily harm. Additionally, Stokes faces one count of voyeurism and one count of coercive and controlling behaviour.
Court Appearance and Custody Remand
During the brief hearing at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court, the defendant was remanded into custody. This means he will be held in prison while awaiting his next court date.
The case has been escalated to a higher court due to the severity of the allegations. Stokes is scheduled to appear next at Shrewsbury Crown Court on Monday, February 16.
Police Statement on the Case
In an official statement, West Mercia Police confirmed the details of the charges and the court proceedings. The force outlined the full list of offences the 27-year-old is alleged to have committed.
The police did not provide further specifics about the circumstances leading to the charges or any potential victims involved in the case.
All defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The upcoming crown court hearing will be the next stage in the legal process for these serious allegations.
