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Trial date set for Wolverhampton man who denies attempted murder in connection with Dudley shooting

A Wolverhampton man has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder in connection with a shooting in Dudley this spring.

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By Adam Smith
Published Jul 31, 2025

Leon Haughton, of West Green, Penn, appeared at Wolverhampton Crown Court yesterday (July 30).

He pleaded not guilty to attempted murder in connection with the shooting in Dudley on April 6.

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