Former Durham County Cricket coach charged with historical sexual abuse

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Michael Strange, 63, a former Durham County Cricket club coach, has been charged with historical sex abuse. Credit: PA

A former Durham County Cricket Club coach has been charged over an allegation of historical sex abuse.

Michael Strange, 63, worked as a junior coach and scout for the club.

He was charged with one count of indecent assault on a boy aged under 16, Northumbria Police said.

Mr Strange is due to appear at South Tyneside Magistrates' Court on 31 July.

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