Kenneth Lingard, 86, faces serious charges of sexually abusing a girl starting from the age of five. The allegations arose after a documentary featuring his grandson, Jesse Lingard, prompted the complainant to contact the footballer, claiming he was aware of the abuse. Jesse testified in defense of his grandfather, asserting ignorance of the claims, while Kenneth maintains his innocence of all 17 counts of indecent assault. The jury has deliberated, with guidance from Judge Katherine Pierpoint on the trial proceedings and timings.
The jury in the trial of footballer Jesse Lingard's grandfather has retired to consider its verdicts regarding accusations of sexual abuse made against him.
Former Manchester United footballer Jesse Lingard testified in defense of his grandfather, Kenneth Lingard, who denies all allegations of indecent assault.
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