Katie Price 'coached' alleged victim, court told
Summary
Kieran Hayler is on trial accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in 2016. He denies the charges and says his ex-wife, Katie Price, was coaching the girl to make false claims.Key Facts
- Hayler faces three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault involving a 13-year-old girl.
- The alleged events happened in West Sussex in 2016 when Hayler was married to Katie Price.
- Hayler discovered messages on Price’s phone suggesting she encouraged the girl to accuse him.
- Price sent messages to the girl, including one saying, "I will make you a little star."
- Hayler says he believes the accusations are made up and denies all charges.
- Alternative charges of sexual activity with a child were added for the jury to consider.
- Hayler admitted to affairs and said both he and Price were unfaithful during their marriage.
- The girl first contacted the NSPCC charity in 2021, which led to a police investigation.
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