Man charged over fatal shooting of young farmer
Summary
A man has been charged in the case of a young farmer, Charles Kinston, who was found dead in a field in Derbyshire in January 2024. The accused, Joseph Simpkins, faces charges including manslaughter and illegal possession of ammunition and will appear in court in June.Key Facts
- Charles Kinston, age 23, was found dead on 29 January 2024 near Swadlincote, Derbyshire.
- Joseph Simpkins, 37, has been charged with manslaughter and illegal possession of ammunition.
- Simpkins lives on Brizlincote Lane, Bretby, near where the incident happened.
- Simpkins is out on bail and will appear in Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court on 15 June.
- Charles Kinston was a member of Netherseal Young Farmers' Club for over 12 years.
- The Leicestershire Federation of Young Farmers expressed sadness and offered condolences to Kinston’s family.
- The community described Kinston as a kind, generous, and well-liked person who made people laugh.
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