A 52-year-old Gozitan was yesterday charged with participating in sexual acts with a 15-year-old girl and defiling her this month and over the past few months.

The Xewkija man pleaded not guilty to violently indecently assaulting the girl, participating in sexual acts with her and defiling her besides holding her against her will.

He was remanded in custody. Police Inspectors Frank Tabone and Louise Calleja prosecuted.

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