Smethwick man denies murder as trial date set
The case was adjourned for trial on March 1
A Smethwick man has pleaded not guilty to the murder of a man who was found dead last month.
Cecil Dillon, 60 and of South Road, Smethwick, appeared at Wolverhampton Crown Court on Wednesday (September 2) charged with the murder of Imran Sarwar.
The body of Mr Sarwar, also of South Road, was found on Thursday, August 6.
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Dillon entered not guilty pleas to murder and to the lesser charge of manslaughter during Wednesday's hearing.
The case was adjourned for trial on March 1 next year, although the court heard the matter could be brought forward if an earlier date becomes available.
Dillon was remanded in custody.
A second person has also been arrested in connection with the investigation and has since been released on police bail.