Grandfather of Jesse Lingard tells court he was not an ogre'
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Kenneth Lingard, 86, denies allegations of historical sexual assault made by a woman claiming he abused her from age five. He refutes the accusations, describing them as exaggerated and asserting he is not the ogre depicted in court. Testimonies reveal that the woman came forward after a 2022 documentary featuring his grandson, footballer Jesse Lingard. Kenneth's supportive role in Jesse's early football training is emphasized, as well as his caregiving responsibilities for his wife prior to her passing from cancer.
The allegations against Kenneth Lingard date back to when the complainant was five years old, with her claiming he assaulted her repeatedly in a horrendous manner.
Lingard insists he was not the monster described in the assault claims, highlighting his positive influence on grandson Jesse Lingard's football career.
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