Ross Aaron Brannigan, a 29-year-old resident of Langdale Road, faced charges for seven child sex offences.
However, he was found not guilty on July 22 after a trial at Preston Crown Court.
- The jury delivered a verdict of not guilty for the rape of a minor under the age of 13 three times.
- The jury delivered a finding of not guilty for the charge of molesting a minor under 13 by touching her three times.
- The jury rendered a finding of not guilty for the charge of inducing a boy under the age of 13 to engage in sexual activity.
Mr. Ross Aaron Brannigan was acquitted by the court.
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