Man appears in court accused of murder after Walsall man dies in Welshpool

A 22-year-old accused of murdering a man in Welshpool has appeared in court.

Martin Slezak appeared before Caernarfon Crown Court via video link from prison on Thursday (July 2).

Slezak, of Stanley Street, Welshpool, has been charged with killing Young John Mongan, 49, of Walsall, on Sunday in the Mid Wales town.

During the proceedings it was determined that the next hearing in the case will take place on August 28, where Slezak will be asked to enter a plea.

Following the hearing Slezak was remanded in custody by Mr Justice Nicklin.