South Derry man is returned for trial on historic child sex charges
A 53-year-old South Derry man has appeared in court on historic child sex charges.
William George Watt from Alexander Park, Upperlands, was charged with committing an act of gross indecency with a child between January 1, 1987 and December 31, 1989.
Watt also faces seven similar charges, including indecent assault and buggery between the same dates.
Prosecuting counsel told Magherafelt Magistrates Court that the accused has a prima fascie case to answer.
When asked by the court clerk if wished to say anything in answer to the charges, or tender a written statement of evidence, he replied no.
District Judge Conor Heaney said he was satisfied on the papers before the court there is a prima facie case to answer.
He released Watt on bail of £500 and returned him for arraignment at Londonderry Crown Court on February 2.
The judge ordered Watt is not to have any contact with the individuals named in the charges.