"This matter is being managed in accordance with Northern Territory and Australian law, and in accordance with the Status of Forces Agreement between Australia and the United States," she said. The ABC reported that the 22-year-old sailor had been charged with sexual intercourse without consent, deprivation of liberty and aggravated assault. He's been released on bail and will appear in court again in January. The defence spokeswoman said the case was now subject to legal proceedings so it would not be appropriate to disclose details of the alleged incident.