Overview
- George is charged with one count of rape and two counts of indecent assault relating to an alleged attack on a 14-year-old in Hammersmith and Fulham in September 1987.
- He appeared via videolink from Ireland, confirmed his identity, and was not asked to enter pleas during the brief Old Bailey hearing.
- Judge Mark Lucraft KC granted unconditional bail and moved the plea hearing to February 13, 2026.
- Prosecutor Kate Bex KC said an alternative count of attempted rape will be added to the indictment at the next stage.
- The defence told the court it will seek psychiatric and psychological reports due to George’s existing medical conditions.