Trial date set for two men accused of murder

Two men accused of murder have been told their trial will take place in June.

Indrit Mustafaj, 26, from Bradford, died on 23 November after suffering serious injuries at a house in Vyner Street, York.

Michael Mulvana, 31, and Jobie Tyers, 27, appeared at Leeds Crown Court earlier charged with his murder.

Mr Mulvana, of Bright Street, and Mr Tyers, of Croft Farm, were not asked to enter a plea and were remanded in custody to appear again at the same court on 19 December.

In addition to being charged with murder, both men are also accused of intent to cause grievous bodily harm.

A judge said a provisional trial date would be set for 3 June.

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