A 28-year-old man from Swindon appeared before magistrates today charged with attempting to cause and incite a child to engage in sexual activity.

Mark Lee Smith, of no fixed address, has been released on conditional bail to attend Swindon Crown Court on Friday, July 21, at 10am.

The court appearance follows an arrest made by Wiltshire Police officers at approximately 6.30pm on Thursday in the town centre.