A carpenter from Navua who is facing a rape charge has been further remanded in police custody.

The case of the 47-year-old was called at the Suva High Court today.

It is alleged that between November and December last year, he raped a seven-year-old girl.

The court heard that the accused raped his friend’s daughter.

The man faces one count each of sexual assault and rape.

The state has been granted 21 days to file information and disclosures.

The case will be recalled on February 21st for a plea.