A SCOUT leader accused of an almost £200,000 fraud has appeared in court for the first time.
Robert Sidley, 46, appeared at Worcester Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday morning (September 22) accused of fraud by abuse of position.
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It is alleged that more than £191,000 was taken from Hereford and Worcester Scouts Association funds earlier this year.
The Scouts team leader spoke to confirm his details and did not enter a plea.
Sidley, of Henry Street, Worcester, was bailed to appear at Worcester Crown Court on Monday, October 19.
