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Judge bans reporting on trial of six men accused of sexually assaulting teenage girls in Bristol

Judge bans reporting on trial of six men accused of sexually assaulting teenage girls in Bristol

Summary

Six men are on trial in Bristol court, accused of grooming and sexually assaulting vulnerable teenage girls. A judge has limited what the media can report during the trial to protect witnesses and ensure a fair process.

Key Facts

  • Six men are accused of grooming and sexually assaulting teenage girls in Bristol.
  • The men deny all the charges against them.
  • The trial is expected to last around 12 weeks.
  • Reporting restrictions prevent naming the defendants or sharing full details during the trial.
  • Media organizations challenged these restrictions, seeking more transparency.
  • The judge allowed reporting on the trial’s existence and the general charges but kept other details secret.
  • The judge said reporting witness evidence during the trial could influence witnesses and harm a fair trial.
  • The trial is ongoing with limited public reporting allowed.
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