- Russell Bishop, 51, is to stand trial at the Old Bailey in London
- He is accused of murders of two girls, nine, in Brighton in 1986
Russell Bishop, 51, is to stand trial at the Old Bailey accused of the murders of two girls
A roofer is to go on trial for the murders of two nine-year-old schoolgirls more than 30 years ago, it was revealed today.
Russell Bishop, 51, is accused of killing friends Karen Hadaway and Nicola Fellows in Brighton, East Sussex, in 1986.
The girls went missing from their homes in the city and their bodies were found hidden in bushes in Wild Park, near the Moulscoomb estate, the following day.
Bishop appeared in custody via video link before Mr Justice Edis for a plea hearing at the Old Bailey.
Bespectacled Bishop, wore a black and white striped T-shirt.
The balding defendant sat with his muscular arms crossed resting his head in his hand.
He spoke to confirm his name and when asked to enter pleas to the two murder charges, replied: ‘Not guilty ma’am.’
The senior judge has set a trial at the Old Bailey for October 15. The case is expected to go on for six to eight weeks.
Bishop was remanded back into custody. Mr Justice Edis authorised some matters discussed at the hearing to be published.
Nicola Fellows (left) and Karen Hadaway (right) were found dead in a park in Brighton in 1986
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