Man allegedly murdered stranger in 'random attack'

James Balfour has faced court more than a year after a man died from serious head injuries. (HANDOUT/New South Wales Police Media)

A man has faced court for the first time more than a year after allegedly fatally attacking an older stranger following an altercation on a rural property.

The stranger was allegedly found a fire trail on the NSW south coast on the evening of December 9, 2024.