Dando accused in court

London - The man accused of murdering TV presenter Jill Dando yesterday appeared in court.

London - The man accused of murdering TV presenter Jill Dando yesterday appeared in court.

Mr Barry George (40) - who changed his name by deed poll to Mr Barry Bulsara - went before Bow Street Magistrates in central London.

Mr George, of south-west London, is accused of shooting Ms Dando on the doorstep of her home in Fulham, in April 1999.

He spoke only once during the 15-minute hearing to confirm his name. He was remanded in custody until August 25th and a committal hearing was set for September 8th.

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