Serving prisoners appear in court charged with child killer's murder
Three inmates have been charged with the murder of Kyle Bevan, who was found dead in his cell at HMP Wakefield on Wednesday, 5 November. The case was heard at Leeds Magistrates' Court, where all three appeared separately via video link.
Details of the hearing
- Defendants: Mark Fellows (45), Lee Newell (56), and David Taylor (63).
- All appeared wearing grey tracksuits.
- The men were remanded in custody and are expected to appear at Leeds Crown Court on Monday.
- Each session lasted just over a minute.
Fellows and Newell spoke briefly to confirm their identities and understanding of the proceedings. One defendant, David Taylor, denied the charge.
"Absolutely not. I'm innocent."
Background of the victim
Kyle Bevan was serving a minimum of 28 years for murdering his partner’s two-year-old daughter, Lola James, in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire. The fatal assault, which caused severe head trauma, lasted around six hours in 2020. He was sentenced in April 2023.
Judge's statement
District Judge Charlotte Holland ruled that the defendants would remain in custody until their pre-trial preparation hearing on Monday.
Author's summary
Three prisoners face charges for the cell death of convicted child killer Kyle Bevan at HMP Wakefield, with court hearings showing swift proceedings and continued custody.