A BOLTON man has been charged with child sex offences and possessing indecent images of a child.

Sanjay Soni, who appeared at Bolton Magistrates Court, is accused of meeting a girl under the age of 16, on at least two occastions, following grooming.

Soni, aged 40, of Faringdon Walk, Daubhill, also faces five charges relating to sexual activity with a girl aged 15, and 11 charges of possessing indecent images of children.

The case will be heard at Bolton Crown Court, where Soni will next appear on October 10.

Until then he is remanded on bail.