A Nottinghamshire plumber has appeared in court accused of hugging and picking up female customers, facing 12 counts of sexual assault.
Nigel Rowley, 65, of Daybrook, Nottinghamshire, allegedly hugged, picked up and touched his customers over and under clothing. He is also accused of squeezing the face of one of the women.
Allegations span a year
Rowley faces 12 counts of sexual assault against five women while he was working as a plumber and heating engineer between September 2024 and September 2025.
He appeared at Nottingham Magistrates' Court and indicated not guilty pleas.
Case progresses
The allegations relate to incidents that are said to have taken place in customers' homes during his work as a plumber.
This is a breaking news story and further details are expected to emerge as the case progresses.
