Date set for murder suspect to enter plea
The case against a man accused of murdering a 51-year-old woman has been adjourned until next month.
Mark Masefield, of George Road, Stockland Green, Birmingham, was charged last week by West Midlands Police officers investigating the death of Marie Gladders.
A judge at Birmingham Crown Court remanded Masefield in custody on Tuesday, ordering the 52-year-old to reappear for a plea hearing on December 9.
A court spokesman said a provisional trial date has also been fixed for May 24 next year.
Ms Gladders, from Chelmsley Wood, Birmingham, was pronounced dead after reports of a stabbing in George Road last Thursday.
The victim's family issued a statement on Monday saying they were "beyond devastated".
Her family said: "We are beyond devastated and heartbroken over the tragic loss of our beautiful mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, partner and friend.
"To lose her in such a cruel way is deeply saddening, and we pray that justice is served for her."
