The Elle Edwards murder trial will not be sitting today as planned.
Connor Chapman is currently facing a jury at Liverpool Crown Court accused of being the man who shot the beautician dead aged 26 outside the Lighthouse pub in Wallasey, Wirral, on Christmas Eve. The trial was due to continue for a seventh day today, Wednesday, June 21.
However, the case was unexpectedly adjourned this morning due to a sick juror. It is anticipated that the court will continue to hear evidence on Thursday.
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Mr Justice Goose, who is presiding over the trial, told the court in the absence of the jury: "I understand one of the jurors is unwell, ringing in this morning having suffered sickness. We can’t continue without all of them together.
"These things can happen in a trial. It’s unfortunate but it does happen from time to time.
"It’s to be hoped that jury member feels better during the day. We can’t continue any further."
The judge then addressed Ms Edwards' family in the the public gallery, adding: "I’m sorry ladies and gentlemen, it can be frustrating but it’s part of life. We will adjourn to come back tomorrow at 10am."
Chapman, of Houghton Road in Woodchurch, denies Ms Edwards' murder. The 23-year-old has also pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of Kieran Salkeld and Jake Duffy, wounding with intent against Liam Carr, Harry Loughran and Nicholas Speed and possession of a firearm and ammunition with intent to endanger life.
Appearing alongside him in the dock is Thomas Waring. The 20-year-old, of Private Drive in Barnston, denies possession of a prohibited weapon and assisting an offender.
