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Kieran Hayler Pleads Not Guilty to Rape and Sexual Assault Charges Involving 13-Year-Old

A trial is scheduled to begin on October 6, 2026.

Overview

  • The 38-year-old appeared at Lewes Crown Court and denied three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.
  • Prosecutors say the offences were allegedly committed between June 1 and October 13, 2016 at a West Sussex address during his marriage to Katie Price.
  • He was granted bail with a condition not to contact the complainant, who cannot be named for legal reasons.
  • A pre-trial review is set for April 23, 2026, with the trial expected to last about a week.
  • His representative says he strongly denies the allegations and has cooperated with police; Sussex Police say they brought the charges despite one report citing Surrey Police.