Fifth person charged with murder over stabbing death
Lee Clarkson's family said his death had left an "enormous hole" in their lives
- Published
A fifth person has been charged with murder after a man was found stabbed outside a house, police said.
Lee Clarkson, 41, was found outside his home in West Lane, Bishop Auckland, at about 18:00 GMT on 29 November.
Three men, aged 52, 44, and 42, a 42-year-old woman and a 16-year-old boy have now been charged with his murder.
The four adults appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates鈥 and were remanded in custody to appear at Teesside Crown Court on 6 December.
The teenager has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates鈥 Court.
"Lee was a much-loved father, son, and brother," a statement from Mr Clarkson's family said.
鈥淭he whole family is absolutely devastated at the loss of Lee and his death has left an enormous hole in our lives.鈥
- Published4 December 2023
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