'Coronation Street' star vows to fight child sex abuse charges

'Coronation Street' actor Michael Le Vell, who has been charged with child sex offences, said in a statement today that he is innocent of all charges and will “fight them vigorously”.

'Coronation Street' star vows to fight child sex abuse charges

'Coronation Street' actor Michael Le Vell, who has been charged with child sex offences, said in a statement today that he is innocent of all charges and will “fight them vigorously”.

Le Vell (aged 48) whose real name is Michael Turner, is accused of 19 sex offences including raping a child, indecently assaulting a child and sexual activity with a child.

He said: “I would like to make it quite clear that following the serious allegations that have been brought against me on Thursday February 14, 2013, I am innocent of these charges and intend to fight them vigorously.

“I will now put all my efforts into clearing my name and proving my innocence.

“I thank my friends, family and fans for their continued support.

“I would ask now for time to concentrate on preparing my defence with my legal team.”

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