Trial date set for entertainer on sex charge

A well-known entertainer facing a charge of sexually violating a young girl will stand trial in November.

The man, whose name is suppressed, reappeared in Auckland District Court for a callover today facing a single charge of unlawful sexual connection against a child under 12.

The charge relates to an incident on December 10.

A trial date of November 8 was set when the man appeared before Judge Chris Field today.

Several matters concerning how evidence will be given are expected to be determined before the trial.

- NZPA