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Barry George, the man previously acquitted of murdering TV presenter Jill Dando, has been brought before the Old Bailey, accused of raping a 14 year old girl 38 years ago.

George, 65, hailing from County Cork in the Republic of Ireland, faces charges of rape and two counts of indecent assault against the same child, who remains anonymous for legal reasons.

The alleged incidents are said to have occurred in the Hammersmith and Fulham area of west London between 6th and 12th September 1987.

On Wednesday, George made an appearance at the Old Bailey via video-link from Dublin for a plea and case management hearing.

Dressed in a black jumper over a white shirt, George only spoke to confirm his name and date of birth.

Judge Mark Lucraft KC agreed to postpone the plea hearing by

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