Andre Hutchinson, 27, a resident of Ladyville and the son of former UDP Minister of State Michael Hutchinson, was charged with common assault today when he appeared before Magistrate Clive Lino.

A 14-year-old student of Ladyville went to the Ladyville Police Station along with her mother and reported that Hutchinson, on December 12, assaulted her.

Hutchinson was unrepresented when he appeared in court today and pleaded not guilty to the charge. He was offered and met bail of $1,000 and one surety of the same amount, and is to appear back in court on February 28, 2014.