Islander accused of sex attack 25/9/14
A Western Isles man has appeared in court over a serious sexual assault allegation.
Paul Simmonds, 40, of Plantation Road, Stornoway, made no plea during a brief appearance in private at Stornoway Sheriff Court on Wednesday afternoon.
It is alleged he carried out a sexual assault with intent to rape a woman at the weekend.
Inquiries into the accusation continue.
Sheriff David Sutherland remanded Simmonds in custody.