The first picture of a murder suspect has been revealed after he appeared in court.
James Ireland, 41, of Lodge Lane, Bewsey and Whitecross appeared at Liverpool Crown Court on Thursday. Ireland has been charged with the murder of Billy Moore, 31, in Warrington.
Emergency Services were called to an address in Yardley Avenue following reports that a man had sustained serious injuries on December 22 at around 10.44pm. The man was taken to hospital but died a short time later.
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Ireland was arrested in connection with the incident at around 4.40pm on Saturday, December 24.
Bail was not granted and he was further remanded into custody.
The trial date was set for June 12 at Chester Crown Court.
A 44-year-old woman who was arrested on suspicion of murder in relation to the incident has since been released on conditional bail.
In a previous statement, police said: "Emergency services were called at around 10.44pm on Thursday 22 December to an address in Yardley Avenue in Bewsey and Whitecross following reports that a man had sustained serious injuries.
"The man, who has been named as 31-year-old Billy Moore, was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later. His next of kin have been informed and are currently being supported by specialist officers."
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