John Littlewood murder trial day one recap - Blackhall Dad was murdered in his bed court told

The 36-year-old was found dead inside a house in Third Street in the village on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, with the house cordoned off by detectives as inquiries got underway.

It was later confirmed by Durham Constabulary that he died of head injuries.

Teesside Crown Court is hearing the case, which could last around three weeks.

The defendants each come from the village and are Donna Balfour, Ninth Street, 36, Marty Bates, Tenth Street, 31, and Tracey Amanda Bunney, of Tenth Street, 45.

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