Simon Thompson from Fivemiletown has been arraigned in court on an allegation of attempted sexual communication with a minor.
Simon Thompson (51) from Queens Park is accused of deliberately attempting to engage in communication with a female youngster for the purpose of sexual satisfaction on unspecified times since May 26, 2023.
A police officer familiar with the matter informed Dungannon Magistrates Court that the charge may be relevant.
Deputy District Judge Philip Mateer remanded Simon Thompson on £500 bail and ordered him to have no contact with anyone aged under 18 unless approved by Social Services.
The judge enquired why there was no ban on internet access or possessing a phone to which a defence solicitor replied: “Police did not regard this as necessary or appropriate.”
The case is due back in court on January 10.
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