Laindon Teen, 16, to Face Murder Trial Over Dad-of-Four James Gibbons’ Death

Hannah Price

Teen to Face Murder Trial Over Dad’s Tragic Death

A 16-year-old is set to stand trial today, accused of murdering a dad-of-four in Laindon.

James Gibbons, 34, was violently attacked near his home in Iris Mews last May.

The heartbreaking case has sent shockwaves through the local community.

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