New allegations have been made against the fugitive facing extradition to the United States

The Crown has made a motion for a warrant for arrest if the man fails to appear in court next week.

Prosecutors have given the man facing extradition to the United States to face a rape charge seven days to provide a passport and other documents to prove his identity.

The alleged fugitive, who authorities say is Nicholas Rossi, failed to attend court earlier after it was claimed he has Covid.

In last few days, it has emerged the 34-year old, who insists his name is Arthur Knight, is facing a new rape allegation.

The woman who has come forward to Essex police has been speaking to our Chief Reporter, Sharon Frew.

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