Double Wigan rape trial is delayed

A Wigan man who denies committing two rapes and cocaine dealing has seen his trial delayed by another seven months.
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Zak Mortimer, 40, of Portland Street, Pemberton, made his first appearance before a Bolton Crown Court judge over the charges in February 2021 and entered three not guilty pleas.

A date a year ahead was set for the start of his trial.

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He remains on bail until then.

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