Trial date for six people charged with murder of Burton dad is delayed
Six people are set to appear in crown court charged with the murder of Burton teenage dad Oliver Freckleton.
Two teenagers – Chardon Carlington Carnagie, 18, of Grampian Way, Derby, and a 16-year-old Derby boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons – have already appeared at Stafford Crown Court, with a trial set for this month.
However, the trial has now been delayed until the week beginning July 25, when the duo will appear before a judge at the same court alongside four other defendants.
They are Travel Reid, 20, of Sinfin Lane, Derby; 17-year-old boy; a 16-year-old boy, and a 16-year-old girl. The teenagers cannot be named, but are all from Derbyshire.
it will be the first time all six have appeared in court together for a plea and trial preparation hearing.
The trial is now expected to be set for January 9, next year.
Young father Oliver, 19, died as a result of an alleged stab wound at a home in Bridgeside, Stretton, on Saturday, December 11, last year.
Following his death, Oliver’s family released a joint statement saying: “Oliver was our world and has given us 19 years of love, laughter and wonderful memories. He would walk into any room and instantly light it up.
“Oliver idolised his friends and family, but more than anything in the world his baby daughter and girlfriend.
“He had his whole life in front of him and the pain we are feeling now is overwhelming.”