Murder suspect appears in court after man dies following Hartlepool incident
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Norman Ryan died on September 9 after he was taken to Middlesbrough’s James Cook University Hospital following an incident in Troutpool Close, on the Central Estate, Hartlepool, on August 31.
Kieran Potts, 23, of Moffat Road, Hartlepool, appeared at Teesside Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday morning.
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Hide AdNo plea was entered and the case was sent to Teesside Crown Court on October 11.
District Judge Steven Hood said: “The charge that you face is one that can only be heard at the crown court.”
He added: “Murder is a charge where the magistrates court must remand in custody.”
Police said Mr Ryan had been in hospital since the alleged incident at around 6.45pm on August 31.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Cleveland Police on 101, quoting incident number 155849, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.