A taxi driver from Benwell appeared in court this week facing allegations of sexual assault and false imprisonment.
David Duduveica, 24, is accused of carrying out the offences against a woman in his cab on a street in North Shields last August.
Due to the severity of the charges, particularly the false imprisonment allegation, the case will be heard at Newcastle Crown Court.
No pleas were entered during the brief hearing at Newcastle Magistrates' Court.
District Judge Paul Currer ordered Duduveica to appear at the Crown Court on November 13. "Your case is too serious to be dealt with here," the judge said.
"You will need to appear at the Crown Court, which is in the same building."
Duduveica was released on conditional bail, which includes conditions prohibiting him from contacting the alleged victim and requiring him to reside at his current address.
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This is a fantastic initiative, a life changer for these ladies to be able earn an income to feed their families.
Danish Ali, who works for Ride Taxis, reported three separate attacks in recent weeks, involving young people throwing stones at his vehicle.