Bulwell fire death accused in court

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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
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A TEENAGER has appeared in court charged with the murder of Susie Southern in Bulwell.

William Rowbotham, 18, of Raymede Drive, Bestwood, appeared at Nottingham Crown Court this morning.

The body of Mrs Southern, 54, was found on the first floor of her house in South Snape Close on June 25.

The house had been destroyed in a fire from which her husband, Tony Southern, escaped.

Rowbotham is also charged with arson with intent to endanger life and burglary.

He was remanded in custody until the next hearing on September 7. His trial is expected to take place in January.

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