Woman accused of Sadie Hartley's murder makes first Crown Court appearance

A woman has made her first Crown Court appearance accused of murdering Lancashire businesswoman Sadie Hartley.

Published 22nd Jan 2016

A woman has made her first Crown Court appearance accused of murdering Lancashire businesswoman Sadie Hartley.

The 60-year old was found stabbed to death at her home in Helmshore last Friday.

34-year old Sarah Williams of Blacon, Chester appeared via videolink at Preston Crown Court today charged with Sadie's murder.

She spoke only to confirm her name in the short hearing.

55-year old Katrina Walsh of Hare Lane, Chester, who has also been charged with Sadie's murder, did not appear at court today.

Both women have been remanded in custody and will next appear at Preston Crown Court on 4th May 2016.