A MAN who is accused of murder and attempted murder in Worcester will face trial in the city next week.
Charles Byrne appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates Court on February 12 over the two matters, both relating to incidents earlier this week.
He is accused of murdering Christina Rowe and attempting to murder another person, who cannot be named for legal reasons.
24 year-old Byrne dressed in a grey sweatshirt and with shaved blonde hair, spoke only to confirm his name, date of birth and address to the court. He did not enter a plea.
Prosecutor Ralph Robins-Landricombe said bail should not be granted as there was a risk Byrne, of Waterworks Road, Worcester, would fail to surrender to police upon the start of the trial, and a risk he may attempt to interfere with witnesses.
Deputy District Judge French agreed, saying he would not allow bail.
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