Live updates as seven Hartlepool men appear in court charged with murder of Michael Phillips

Seven men are due to appear at Teesside Crown Court charged with the murder of Michael Phillips on Friday, September 27.
Poppy Kennedy
By Poppy Kennedy
Published 27th Sep 2019, 08:24 BST
Updated 27th Sep 2019, 12:22 BST
Seven men will appear at court charged with the murder of Michael PhillipsSeven men will appear at court charged with the murder of Michael Phillips
Seven men will appear at court charged with the murder of Michael Phillips

The body of Mr Phillips, 39, was found in house in Rydal Street on June 11. Seven men, who are all from Hartlepool, are due to appear at Teesside Crown Court. Refresh for the latest updates.