Rhys' murderer in court

[17th April 2008]

A 17-year old appeared in court today charged with the murder of11-year old Rhys Jones, who was shot dead last year while walking home from football practise.

Five other people also appeared in court, all faced with charges of assisting the offender. One of the teenagers was charged with possessing a Smith and Wesson .55 revolver, ammunition and a replica 8mm pistol.

All six will be remanded in custody until 25th April.

A total of thirteen people were arrested this week in connection with the murder.

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