The man appeared in the Wellington District Court this morning. Photo / File
The man appeared in the Wellington District Court this morning. Photo / File
A musician accused of a raft of sexual offences appeared in the Wellington District Court this morning.
The 24-year-old man, whose name suppression was extended at his appearance yesterday, faces several charges including sexual violation and indecent assault against a number of complainants over three years.
The man has defendedthe charges since January last year.
He appeared before Judge Peter Hobbs for a pre-trial hearing and will reappear for callover on March 8.
The man's charges relate to Operation Emerald, the ongoing police investigation into sexual offending against men and women in Wellington, begun in October 2020.
If you have been affected by sexual violence and need support contact Wellington HELP on their 24/7 support line, (04) 801 6655.
Where to get help: • If it's an emergency and you feel that you or someone else is at risk, call 111. • If you've ever experienced sexual assault or abuse and need to talk to someone call the confidential crisis helpline Safe to Talk on: 0800 044 334 or text 4334. (Available 24/7) • Male Survivors Aotearoa offers a range of confidential support at centres across New Zealand - find your closest one at malesurvivor.nz • Mosaic - Tiaki Tangata: 0800 94 22 94 (available 11am-8pm) • If you have been abused, remember it's not your fault. • Wellington HELP has a 24/7 helpline for people who need to speak to someone immediately. You can call 04 801 6655 and push 0 at the menu.
