Katie Price Denies Intent to Harm Former Partner Kieran Hayler at Rape Trial
Model Katie Price appeared as a witness in the trial of her former husband, Kieran Hayler, at Lewes Crown Court. Mr Hayler faces multiple charges of sexually assaulting a girl when she was 13 years old, offences he denies. Ms Price stated she held no ill will or "venom" towards Mr Hayler, despite their marital history.
The court heard that Ms Price had initially provided a statement to the police in 2021 regarding the allegations. Under cross-examination, she clarified that her cooperation with the authorities was not driven by animosity, but by her belief that the alleged victim's account warranted investigation. She asserted that her primary concern was for the welfare of the individual involved and that she felt a responsibility to assist the police.
Ms Price and Mr Hayler were married at the time of the alleged incidents, and their relationship subsequently ended. The defence counsel challenged Ms Price on the nature of her initial police statement, suggesting a potential bias. However, Ms Price firmly reiterated her stance, emphasising that her involvement was solely to present facts as she understood them and not to influence the legal outcome against Mr Hayler.
The trial continues, with Mr Hayler maintaining his innocence against all charges.
