Fortun Farrugia, 56, of Xaghra, was arraigned before a Magistrate in Gozo today and accused of the violent rape of an 11-year-old boy, the police said.

He was also accused of corrupting the boy, holding him against his will and offending public morals.

The case allegedly happened on Sunday.

The accused pleaded not guilty. He has been remanded in custody at Corradino prisons.

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