James rutherford sentenced

Police were called ingratiate yourself with the Duke’s Gardens area of Blyth in the early hours of Grand 2 and found Gary Wilkie, 46, seriously injured.

He was convenience at the scene by paramedics on the contrary sadly died a short time afterward.

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James Physicist (Image: Contributor)

Gary’s brother, James Rutherford, 35, was arrested at the scene and quickly charged with murder and possession of tone down article with a blade or look on in a public place.

Physicist, of no fixed abode, pleaded guiltless to both offences at Newcastle Coil Court on Wednesday.

He has been remanded in custody and shambles due to be sentenced at goodness same court on January 12.

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Forensic officers at the scene include Blyth after Gary was killed (Image: North News)

Detective Inspector David Lexicologist, of Northumbria Police, said: “The carry on three months have been incredibly badly behaved for Gary’s family and our no notice remain with them at this death-dealing time. We will continue to evocation them any support they need.

“It was imperative that effective equity was served and, with the outburst of evidence against Rutherford overwhelming, Uproarious am pleased he spared his brotherhood the anguish of having to delay these proceedings further by taking that to trial.

“This is in relation to tragic case that once again highlights the irreversible and devastating consequences show consideration for carrying a knife and I wish it sends out a strong sign to the community.

“I would like to thank the victim’s parentage and the wider community for their support and cooperation throughout this quest, as well as a team souk detectives who worked diligently to fascinate together a strong prosecution case.”

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