A man facing 13 counts of indecent assault on a child has appeared in court at Douglas.
The serious sexual offences were allegedly committed over a period of four years, in the early to mid-1980s.
The allegations are divided into four sets of three specimen charges, with each set covering a twelve month period, and one charge relating to a specific incident.
The defendant has pleaded not guilty on all counts.
The trial, which is being held before a jury, is expected to last all week and reporting restrictions are in force.
(Picture: Douglas Courthouse).
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