A MAN was remanded in custody after he appeared in court to face a number of serious allegations.

Cortney Perryman, 27, from Newport, is charged with inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent, aggravated burglary with intent, possession of a knife in public and breach of restraining order.

They relate to incidents the prosecution claims happened on September 3 in Newport, the city’s magistrates’ court was told.

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Perryman, of Welland Crescent, Bettws, is due to appear before Newport Crown Court on October 3.

The defendant was represented by Lydia Williams and the prosecution by Bethan Tucker.