Overview
- Adrian Lawton, 31, appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court charged with murder and with causing or allowing the death of Jayla-Jean McLaren.
- He was remanded in custody with no bail and is due before Portsmouth Crown Court on Thursday for a preliminary hearing.
- Co-defendant Samara Jay Glover, 27, is remanded after an earlier Crown Court appearance, with a plea and trial-preparation hearing on March 23 and a provisional trial date of June 29.
- Jayla-Jean died in hospital on August 3, 2025, two days after sustaining serious injuries, according to Hampshire Constabulary.
- Detectives reiterated requests that the public avoid speculation to protect future proceedings, and the family shared a brief message of love through police.