A 21-year-old man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a man found dead in a Longhedge home. Alfie Miller, from Willow Drive, Durrington, was charged with the killing of 52-year-old Darren Hughes.
Mr Hughes was found deceased at a property on Davies Road on Friday, 3 May. Miller appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court on 6 May and has been remanded in custody.
The next hearing for Miller is scheduled to take place at Winchester Crown Court on 7 May.
Wiltshire Police have confirmed that specialist officers are providing support to Darren Hughes’s family, who have requested privacy during this difficult time.
Residents in Longhedge should expect a continued heavy police presence as investigations progress. Detectives are urging anyone with information related to the case to come forward.
A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said, “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Darren Hughes at this incredibly difficult time. We respectfully ask that their privacy is observed.”
The tragic incident has left the local community in shock. Police remain vigilant as the investigation into the case continues.
Originally published by UKNIP.
