Kieran Hayler, the 39-year-old ex-husband of television personality Katie Price, has appeared in court facing serious sexual assault charges involving a minor.

Hayler is charged with three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault against a 13-year-old girl. The alleged incidents are reported to have taken place in 2016.

Katie Price has been called to testify as a witness in the trial against her former husband. The couple were married from 2013 to 2021 and have two children together.

According to court documents, the alleged offenses occurred at a property referred to in proceedings. Hayler has appeared in court to face the charges, though his plea has not been reported in available court records.

The case represents serious criminal charges that carry significant potential penalties under UK law. The trial proceedings are expected to continue with witness testimony and evidence presentation.