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Student accused of murder over housemate stabbing

Student accused of murder over housemate stabbing

Summary

A university student has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing his housemate in Bristol. The victim, Jamie Collins, was found dead in a garden with multiple stab wounds. The accused, Zack Coughlan, appeared in court and was remanded in custody.

Key Facts

  • Jamie Collins, 21, was found dead with multiple stab wounds.
  • Zack Coughlan, 23, was arrested and charged with murder.
  • Both men lived in a house share on Cleve Road in Filton, north Bristol.
  • Emergency services discovered the victim early on 9 April.
  • Both the victim and the accused were students at the University of the West of England.
  • Zack Coughlan appeared at Bristol Magistrates' Court and was denied bail.
  • Police used CCTV and forensic evidence to identify the suspect.
  • Investigators are conducting further enquiries around the area.

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