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Man Remanded In Custody Over Philip Holmes Murder

April 26, 2010

A 22-year-old man has appeared in court charged with murdering a disabled man whose body was discovered in a flat in Rhyl, Denbighshire.

Martin Mather, of Rhyl, appeared at Prestatyn Magistrates’ Court, accused of killing 56-year-old Philip Holmes.

Mr Mather was remanded in custody by district judge Andrew Shaw to appear before Mold Crown Court.

Mr Holmes’ body was found on 16 April. It is thought he was seriously assaulted.

Mr Holmes, who used a frame to walk following an accident, was said to have been “well known” in the area.

Anyone with information, or who knew Mr Holmes, is asked to contact police on 0845 6071001 (Welsh language) or 0845 6071002 (English). Alternatively, they can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or text 66767.

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