Droitwich Spa man accused of murder to face trial

An Egyptian national charged with murdering a woman who was pronounced dead by emergency crews at a house in Worcestershire has been ordered to face trial in November.

Mohamed Samak, who is charged with killing Joanne Samak, 49, was not required to attend a brief hearing at Birmingham Crown Court on Monday.

The 42-year-old, of Chestnut Spinney, Droitwich Spa, was arrested by police after his alleged victim was found at the address with what police described as unsurvivable injuries in the early hours of July 1.

Samak, who is being held at HMP Hewell, was remanded in custody until a plea hearing at Worcester Crown Court on August 2, pending a two-week trial due to start at the same court on November 4.

In a tribute issued last week the family of Ms Samak paid tribute to her as "a loving, sensitive and generous person" who was looking forward to so much in her life.

The unnamed relatives said: "We are so thankful for Jo and have been overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and tributes from all who knew her. Jo, you are so loved by all your family and friends. Words fail us. We will continue to love and miss you forever."

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