AN 81-year-old Westbury man charged with committing a sex act on an underage girl appeared before magistrates in Trowbridge.

James Joseph Cunningham, of Jubilee Close, is accused of committing an indecent act with the girl in August. The victim cannot be identified for legal reasons.

The case was adjourned until May 9, the day before his 82nd birthday, when he will be committed to Swindon Crown Court for a plea and directions hearing.