Man charged after rape in Hereford
Joao Coutinho, 50, is facing three charges.
Joao Coutinho, 50, of Widemarsh Common in Hereford has been charged with rape, engaging in sexual activity with a child, and inciting a child to engage in sexual activity.
The charges are in relation to a rape that took place in Hereford on Monday 17 April.
It happened around 12:30pm in the male toilets in Castle Green.
At the time of the arrest, Detective Inspector Catherine Taylor, said: “I know that incidents of rape and sexual assault can be alarming for the local community, especially when there is a large police presence. I hope that the swift arrest of the suspect in this case provides some reassurance that we take reports of this nature incredibly seriously.
“I’d like to thank the public for their patience and understanding."
Coutinho is currently in custody and will be appearing at Kidderminster Magistrates’ court this morning (Wednesday 19 April).