Seaham murder investigation update as five people charged appear in court
Five people have appeared in court charged with murder and violent disorder following the death of Daniel Ambler.
Daniel, 23, reportedly died after being involved in a collision at an Esso petrol station on Stockton Road, Seaham, at around 4.50pm on Thursday, January 15.
This week, Barry Anderson, 51, and Ashton Anderson, 19, from Easington Colliery, and Barry Logan Anderson, 18, from Peterlee, appeared before Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court.
Also appearing were two 17-year-old boys, who were also charged with murder and violent disorder.
Magistrates issued an order meaning neither of the juveniles can be identified by the media.
All defendants were told the case was too serious to be dealt with at the magistrates’ court, and they were remanded in custody to appear at Teesside Crown Court today (Wednesday January 21).
The investigation is being led by Detective Chief Inspector Chris Woollett.
Speaking following the five being charged DCI Woollett said: “Once again, I’d like to thank the public for their support and assistance with our inquiries.
“While there will be an increased police presence as the investigation continues, I can reassure the community of Seaham that we believe this was an isolated incident, and we have no information to suggest any wider risk to the public.
“Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Daniel Ambler.”
On Monday Daniel’s family said his death will “leave a huge hole in our hearts”.
Anybody with any information relating to the incident, or who has CCTV or dashcam footage in the area around the same time, is asked to contact Durham Police via 101, quoting incident number 281 of January 15.
Information can also be submitted anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.