Seven teens appear in court, and they deny killing father-of-two 35 year old, who was attacked to death by an underpass
- Danny Humble (35), was allegedly assaulted as he walked back from a night of drinking after returning home.
- Although his girlfriend and the emergency services attempted to save him, he was too late.
- Seven other men were then arrested and charged later with murder.
Seventeens have been charged with the murder of their father-of-2.
Danny Humble (35), was attacked while walking home from a night out in Cramlington with his partner, Northumberland in May.
His girlfriend was on the scene and attempted to help him, but he passed away in the hospital that day.
Following the arrest, seven men were taken into custody and charged with murder.
All three appeared at Newcastle Crown Court today, and each of them pleaded guilty.
Danny Humble (35) suffered severe head injuries after being attacked in Cramlington in Northumberland’s Romsey Close neighborhood in the wee hours of May 29.
Ethan Scott and Alistair Dickson are seen in handcuffs today as they were taken into custody by North Tyneside Magistrates Court.
Bailey Wilson, seen here in handcuffs today being taken into North Tyneside Magistrates Court.
On April 27, 2013, a trial that could last anywhere from six to eight weeks will be initiated.
On February 25, a second pre-trial hearing is scheduled.
Alistair Dickson and Bailey Wilson, all 18-year-olds; plus Ethan Scott who is 17 years old, were granted conditional bail.
All three of the other defendants are 17 years old and can’t be identified. They are currently on bail or being remanded for local authorities accommodation.
Danny, who lived and worked in Cramlington left behind two young kids, his parents as well as a girlfriend, and two siblings.
Deb Humble was his heartbroken mom and said that Danny was a dedicated father. Although he was a skilled welder, he took immense pride in his job. However, his most important and first priority was being a father.
“He was a man of family and was very close with his brothers, the Humble brothers. They were the “Three Musketeers” to us.
“He was also a great father, somebody to be proud about, and a loving partner.
“Though he loved Cramlington he was actually born in Newcastle. He was also a Geordie boy through and through. This meant that Newcastle United was another of his great loves.
“He was thrilled to have shared his love of Newcastle United with his children and was filled with pride over their enthusiasm for the team.
She said, “We’re lost without him. We are broken.”
He will be remembered as a compassionate, funny and good friend.
“If you have any information regarding what occurred that night, please contact police.
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