Kach testifies of being hidden away, abused for 10 years by guard (4/7/06)

A trial date of Feb. 12 has been set for a McKeesport man accused of keeping a young woman hidden in his home for 10 years.

The date was set during a brief court procedure this morning for Thomas Hose, who was present but didn't comment.

Mr. Hose is accused of taking Tanya Kach into his home when she was a 14-year-old runaway in 1996, having her appearance changed and engaging in a sexual relationship. Mr. Hose, who is 24 years older than Ms. Kach, was held for trial in April, a month after Ms. Kach finally left him.

Feb. 12 is also the trial date for Judith Sokol of Duquesne, who is accused of helping Mr. Hose conceal Ms. Kach's identity.

First Published: October 13, 2006, 4:00 a.m.