Man and Woman Face Murder Charges Staffordshire Police confirmed that Kenneth Newton, 57, and...

Published: 6:52 pm November 19, 2025
Updated: 1:09 am November 21, 2025
Two Birmingham locals have been hit with murder charges over the death of Rubin Blount in 2022

 

Man and Woman Face Murder Charges

Staffordshire Police confirmed that Kenneth Newton, 57, and Melanie James, 63, have been charged with murder, manslaughter, and causing or allowing the death of a child or vulnerable adult.

Tragic Death of Rubin Blount

The victim, 28-year-old Rubin Blount, who was Kenneth Newton’s stepbrother, was found in worrying condition on 27 November 2022. Paramedics rushed him to hospital, but Rubin tragically died three days later.

Court Appearance Scheduled

Both Newton and James are set to appear at the North Staffordshire Justice Centre tomorrow, Thursday 20 November, as the investigation moves forward.

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