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Kieran Hayler acquitted of sexual offence charges
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Kieran Hayler acquitted of sexual offence trial charges
Kieran Hayler, 39, is undergoing trial at Lewes Crown Court facing has been found not guilty of three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault. The charges relate to alleged incidents assault involving a 13-year-old complainant in West Sussex between June and October in 2016. During the proceedings, the complainant testified that Following a trial at Lewes Crown Court, a jury deliberated for nearly 15 hours before clearing Hayler told her to ‘take it to the grave’ and expressed feelings of self-blame in police interviews. Hayler has pleaded not guilty to all charges. As the trial progressed, media personality Katie Price arrived at court to provide evidence, stating she was ‘really shocked’ by charges, including four alternative counts of sexual activity with a child. During the allegations. She testified that she had previously confronted Hayler regarding trial, the matter. The defense has argued maintained that the allegations are were fabricated and as part of a campaign initiated by Price Hayler’s ex-wife, media personality Katie Price, following the end of their marriage. The investigation into these matters reportedly began in 2021 following a referral from Price testified that she was ‘really shocked’ by the NSPCC. allegations and had previously confronted Hayler, though she could not recall his specific response. She denied being ‘angry and vengeful’ toward her former husband. Following the verdict, Hayler expressed gratitude to his family and legal team, describing the period as ‘five years of absolute hell’ and stating his intention to rebuild his life.
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- 2026-10-22 13:24 UTC Kieran Hayler acquitted of sexual offence charges
- 2026-10-13 17:38 UTC Kieran Hayler sexual offence trial
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