Matthew Selby denies murder of younger sister at North Wales holiday park

Police were called to reports of "domestic disturbance"

Presiding coroner Mr Justice Michael Humphreys said he understood the "disappointment, upset and anger" this will cause to relatives
Author: Ellis MaddisonPublished 19th Nov 2021
Last updated 19th Nov 2021

19-year-old Matthew Selby has pleaded not guilty to the murder of his younger sister when at a holiday park in North Wales.

15-year-old Amanda Selby died at the Ty Mawr Holiday Park in Towyn, near Abergele, after police were called to reports of "domestic disturbance" on Saturday 31 July.

Matthew, of Ashton-under-Lyne in Greater Manchester, appeared at Mold Crown Court via videolink from HMP Berwyn on Friday.

He told the court his name and entered his plea during a 10-minute hearing, before Judge Rhys Rowlands adjourned the case ahead of a trial on February 28.

North Wales Police read a statement from Amanda's family, which said:

"Amanda was a loving daughter and granddaughter - she was caring, thoughtful, liked to help others and very much loved. She will be very sadly missed."

Amanda's school, Droylsden Academy, also put out a message on its website:

"Our school family is devastated by this awful news. Amanda was a lovely student and she will be sorely missed by students and staff."

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