Trial date set for Somerset trans woman charged with multiple offences
Charges include rape and assaults in Somerset and Bristol
Last updated 16th Mar 2026
A transgender woman from Bridgwater, Somerset will face trial this summer on charges of alleged rape and assault.
Keri Uter, 24, is accused of several serious offences, including three counts of rape, assault causing actual bodily harm, strangulation, sexual assault, and making threats with an offensive weapon.
The offences are reported to have occurred at addresses in Somerset and Bristol during June and August 2025.
The defendant and the victims involved are adult transgender women.
Uter has appeared at Taunton Magistrates’ Court and Taunton Crown Court, where no pleas were entered, and he remains in custody.
The trial is scheduled for 20th July 2026.
Investigation by Operation Bluestone
DC Joseph Sanderson, part of the unit Operation Bluestone focusing on sexual offence investigations, said support is offered to the victim-survivors of these incidents.
“We're offering support to the victim-survivors, and understand the concern this case may raise among the wider community,” DC Sanderson said.
“I would urge anyone with questions, concerns, or anybody who feels they may have relevant information to get in touch with us at Operation Bluestone, or to contact the independent charities and organisations which offer support.”
Anyone affected by rape or serious sexual assault can seek help by calling 101 to speak with Operation Bluestone, or by visiting Avon and Somerset Police's website.