Kieran Hayler, the former husband of Katie Price, has been cleared of all charges in a sexual offences trial. At Lewes Crown Court, he was found not guilty of three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault against a 13-year-old girl, with the alleged offences dating back to 2016.
Trial Outcome
The verdict brings an end to the proceedings against Hayler, who had faced the allegations in connection with incidents said to have occurred in 2016. The court's decision followed the presentation of evidence and arguments from both the prosecution and the defence.
Background
Hayler, known for his previous marriage to reality TV star Katie Price, had consistently denied the allegations. During the trial, he accused the star of being involved in a 'set up' against him, though the specifics of that claim were not detailed in the verdict.
Reaction and Next Steps
The not guilty verdict means Hayler will face no further legal action on these charges. As a breaking news story, further details may emerge as they become available.
