Trial date set for two men denying rape and sex assault charges
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Two men have denied charges of rape, sexual assault and launching a physical attack.
Lewis Hardcastle, 24, of Oak Tree Close, Atherton, and 25-year-old Willem Tomlinson, of Honeysuckle Court, Accrington, appeared before a Bolton judge to deny four counts of assault by penetration.
Both have also pleaded not guilty to causing a named woman actual bodily harm on the same day - September 18, 2019 - Hardcastle twice having alleged to have done so.
The case was adjourned until September 1 for a pre-trial preparation hearing.