Man pleads not guilty over drug death of Taggart star’s daughter
A 29-year-old man has pleadednotguiltytothemanslaughter of the daughter of Scottish TV actor John Michie after she died from taking “party drug” 2CP at the Bestival music festival.
Ceon Broughton, of Enfield in north London, appeared at Winchester Crown Court yesterday where he entered his plea in connection with the death of Louella Fletchermichie.
The 25-year-old was found dead in a wooded area on the edge of the Bestival site at Lulworth Castle in Dorset just before 1am on 11 September last year.
Broughton also entered not guilty pleas to three charges of supplying the psychedelic drug to Ms Fletcher-michie at the festival, and also to her and another person at Glas- tonbury Festival earlier that year. He was released on unconditional bail until the trial, which is listed to start on 4 February next year.
In a statement released through Mr Michie’s agent shortly after his daughter’s death, the family said: “Our hearts are broken by this horrific tragedy.
“Louella inspired all who knew her with her joy of life. The family would like to thank everyone for their heartfelt tributes.”
Michie is best known for his roles as DI Robbie Ross in STV detective drama series Taggart and Karl Munro in Coronation Street