Summary
Former British Olympic coach Jose Vicente Leiva-Modahl appeared in court facing multiple child sex offense charges. The court set conditions for his bail, and his case will move to a higher court for further proceedings.
Key Facts
- Jose Vicente Leiva-Modahl is a former British Olympic athletics coach.
- He is facing 19 charges, including sexual assault of a child and rape.
- Leiva-Modahl appeared at Manchester Magistrates' Court, but no pleas were made.
- A judge decided the case should go to Manchester Crown Court due to the seriousness of the charges.
- He was granted conditional bail, which requires him to follow specific rules.
- Bail conditions include living in Warrington, having a curfew, and surrendering his Spanish passport.
- He cannot contact witnesses or be alone with anyone under 18.
