Corrie actor Le Vell in court

Coronation Street actor Michael Le Vell has appeared at Manchester Magistrates' Court facing 19 child sex charges. The star entered no plea but his solicitor has indicated he will fully contest the charges.

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Michael Le Vell appeared before magistrates this morning, charged with 19 sex offences including six counts of rape with a child under the age of 16.

The Coronation Street actor entered no plea but his solicitor indicates he will fully contest the charges.

The case has been referred to Manchester Crown Court for March 20th.

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