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David Barraclough Remanded After First Court Appearance in Horbury Murder Case

Investigators say they are not seeking other suspects, with formal identification of the deceased still underway.

Overview

  • Police discovered a woman's body at a Ken Churchill Drive address in Horbury on March 5 after a concern-for-safety call.
  • West Yorkshire Police charged David Barraclough, 45, on March 7 with the murder of 37-year-old Carolann Barraclough.
  • Barraclough appeared at Leeds Magistrates' Court on March 9, was remanded into custody, and was directed to appear at Leeds Crown Court on March 10.
  • DCI Stacey Atkinson said complex enquiries will continue at the property for days and confirmed officers are not seeking anyone else in connection with the case.
  • Carolann's family launched a GoFundMe for funeral costs and support for her three children, and tributes have been shared on social media.