Man charged with Esh Winning murder

33 year old David Teague died on Saturday 24th April.

David Teague
Author: Micky WelchPublished 28th Apr 2021

A man has been charged with the murder of 33-year-old David Teague in Esh Winning last weekend.

Robert Askew, of Wood View, Esh Winning, was arrested on Saturday after officers and paramedics found Mr Teague having suffered fatal injuries inside Askew’s home.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics, Mr Teague was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Askew was charged with murder, false imprisonment, and assault.

The 34-year-old will appear in court today (April 28th).

Five other individuals who were also arrested on Saturday have been released with no further action.

Mr Teague’s family are being supported by police, and we would like to offer our sincere condolences at this difficult time.

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