Man Charged with Murder of Norwich Dad Refuses to Face Court
Stephen Grimwood, from Shipfield, Norwich, was set to appear at Norwich Magistrates Court today (16 May 2022). He faces murder charges over the shocking death of 58-year-old Mark Franklin.
Tragic Death Shakes Norwich Neighbourhood
The drama unfolded on Friday 29 April 2022, in Appleyard Crescent. Police rushed to the scene after reports of a sudden death. A Home Office post-mortem revealed Mark Franklin died from severe head injuries.
Defendant Plays No-Show, Court Hits Pause
Grimwood refused to appear in court today. As a result, he was remanded in custody. His trial is now pencilled in for 7 September 2022.
