Sex abuse trial resumes
By Marcus Timothy,WNS Auckland Correspondent
AUCKLAND - No reason has been given as to why the trial of a former Salvation Army captain on historical sexual abuse charges was adjourned.John Gainsford is being tried in Timaru on sexual abuse charges from the time he worked at the Bramwell Booth Salvation Army Children's Home in the 1970s.Gainsford, 69, pleaded guilty to four charges, including three of indecently assaulting girls under 12, and is facing a further 23 charges involving seven complainants.
The trial began on Monday and was adjourned on Tuesday. It restarted on Wednesday morning. A female complainant has been giving evidence that Gainsford raped her during her time in the home. The court has been told Gainsford has decided to give evidence during the trial.
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