Live updates from crown court as two men and two women to appear charged with Blackhall Colliery murder

Four people charged with the murder of John Littlewood who was found dead in Blackhall Colliery are due to appear at Teesside Crown Court.
Four people will appear at Teesside Crown Court on Friday September 27.Four people will appear at Teesside Crown Court on Friday September 27.
Four people will appear at Teesside Crown Court on Friday September 27.

The body of John – known as John D – was found in a house in Third Street, Blackhall Colliery, on July 30. The 36-year-old dad died as a result of head injuries. Refresh for updates.