: A 39-year-old Rishton man appeared before Blackburn magistrates charged with indecently assaulting a woman who allegedly woke at 2am to find him in her bedroom.

Cornelis Derek Budding, of Chapel Street, was sent for trial at Preston Crown Court when he appeared before Blackburn magistrates charged with entering the house in Blackburn with intent to cause criminal damage, indecently assaulting her and causing her to fear that violence would be used against her.

He was remanded in custody for preparation of committal papers.