Katie Price has addressed the public following the shocking news that her ex-husband, Kieran Hayler, has been charged with multiple sexual offences involving a 13-year-old girl. Hayler faces three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, with the alleged crimes reported to have occurred between June and October 2016, during the time he was married to the television personality.
The alleged victim is not related to either Hayler or Price, according to reports from the Mirror. Hayler, a personal trainer, has denied all allegations and is due to appear at Crawley Magistrates’ Court on November 19.
In a recent statement while performing in Swansea as part of her national tour alongside Kerry Katona, Price acknowledged the distressing situation. She said, “The thing that is coming out tonight…I’m still in shock. I could have been like, ‘F**k it, I’m not going to do this show with that coming out.’ But I’m professional and I’m doing it.”
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Sussex Police confirmed the charges in a statement, revealing ongoing investigations and support offered to the victim by specially trained officers. Hayler remains released under investigation pending his court appearance.
A legal representative for Hayler issued a firm denial on his behalf, stating, “Kieran Hayler strongly denies the allegations made against him in its entirety. Mr. Hayler is fully engaged and has been cooperating with the police throughout the investigation and will continue to do so. He looks forward to his name being cleared, believing in the judicial system to do so.”
For those affected by this distressing news, support services like Childline and the NSPCC helpline are available for confidential assistance and guidance.