A MAN has appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court accused of raping and strangling a woman.

Jamie Whitehorn, 38, from Nantyglo was remanded in custody following the hearing.

The charges relate to alleged incidents in Torfaen county on Sunday, March 10

No pleas were entered.

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Whitehorn, of Vincent Avenue, is due to appear before the crown court on April 11.