Bolton Murder Trial: Accused Man to Face Court in Weeks

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A 62-year-old suspect, Christopher Barlow, is expected to stand trial in a matter of weeks for the murder of 55-year-old Marianne Borocz, whose body was found in Bolton just before last Christmas. Barlow, who had previously denied both murder and manslaughter, appeared before Manchester Crown Court via video-link for a brief hearing ahead of his trial. The trial is set to begin on August 1, with a duration of 10 to 20 days.

Key Takeaways:

  • Christopher Barlow, 62, is accused of murdering 55-year-old Marianne Borocz, whose body was found in Bolton just before last Christmas.
  • Barlow had previously denied both murder and manslaughter, but accepted the charges against him during the pre-trial review hearing.
  • Marianne Borocz, a Hungarian national, was first reported missing in December, sparking a police search and appeals on social media.
  • Police officers were concerned for Borocz's welfare due to her limited English language skills.
  • The trial is set to start on August 1 and last between 10 and 20 days.

Statistics:

  • Marianne Borocz was 55 years old at the time of her alleged murder.
  • The body was found on December 23, with Barlow being charged with murder on December 25.
  • The trial is set to begin on August 1.
  • The estimated duration of the trial is between 10 and 20 days.

Sources:

  • "Man denies murdering woman in Bolton over Christmas period"
  • "Man accused of murdering woman who went missing in Bolton set to face trial"
  • "Murder investigation launched after body found in search for missing woman"