Overview

• Sheraz Malik, 27, faces three counts of rape and a cannabis possession charge over the alleged sexual assault at Sutton Lawn on June 29.
• He appeared before Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on July 22 and will remain in custody until August 19 ahead of further hearings.
• Nottinghamshire Police deployed specially trained officers to support the victim while detectives pursued extensive inquiries.
• Detective Inspector Nicole Milner said the charge announcement aims to reassure Sutton-in-Ashfield residents concerned after the incident.
• Investigations are ongoing and anyone with information is urged to call 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously.