A man has appeared in court accused of sexually assaulting a girl by touching.

Christopher Chu, 43, of Westmorland Close, Macclesfield, appeared at Chester Crown Court on March 18, where he is charged with 12 counts of sexual activity with a girl.

Mr Chu is also charged with harassment.

Mr Chu, who appeared via video link from prison, was remanded in custody and will appear at Chester Crown Court for a plea and case management hearing on April 14.