Man in court charged with murder after body discovered in flat

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Martin Joseph Ward, from Holyhead, Anglesey, was arrested after the body of a man was discovered and pronounced dead at the scene on 17 October.

He appeared at Llandudno Magistrates Court on Monday in a grey jumper and only spoke to confirm his name, date of birth and that he understood that his case was being transferred to the crown court.

District Judge Gwyn Jones told him he must stay in custody and would next appear before Caernarfon Crown Court on Tuesday.