Man Accused of Incest with 7-Year-Old Niece

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – A 20-year-old man is behind bars after being accused of incest.

Prosecutors say the man had unlawful sexual intercourse with his seven-year-old niece.

The incident allegedly took place on December 1.

The man’s name has been withheld to protect the victim’s identity.

He didn’t have to enter a plea to the charge when he stood before Senior Magistrate Kara Turnquest-Deveaux.

Bail was denied and he’s next back in court on March 28 to receive voluntary bill of indictment papers.