Man Charged with Hammer Attack on Teen Girl Faces Judge
A 28-year-old man accused of violently attacking a 17-year-old girl with a hammer in Portsmouth appeared at Portsmouth Crown Court today.
James Hemming, from Cross Street, Portsea, faced Judge Sarah Munro QC via video link from Winchester Prison on Tuesday, 31 May. Hemming did not enter a plea during the hearing.
Trial Set for October
The alleged attack took place at a Portsmouth address. Hemming is charged with attempted murder and will stand trial before a judge and jury on 10 October.
Remanded in Custody Ahead of Trial
- No bail application was made.
- Hemming will remain in custody until his next court appearance.
- A pre-trial review is scheduled for 15 July.
The court proceedings continue as the case builds towards the critical October trial date.
