The trial of Pastor facing rape charges to start on Monday

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The trial of Pastor facing rape charges to start on Monday

By Naveel Krishant

Friday 18/09/2020

Ravinesh Chand. [Image: file photo]

The trial of a pastor who is facing rape charges will start on Monday in the Suva High Court.

Ravinesh Chand is facing 3 counts of rape, and 1 count each of indecent and sexual assault.

He allegedly committed the offence against a 15-year-old girl.

The alleged incident happened in March last year in Nausori.

Chand’s bail has been extended.

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