Man charged with murder for death of Darren Leach

Police investigating the death of Darren Leach have charged a man with his murder.

William Joyce, aged 38, of Woodview Terrace in Beeston, has been remanded in custody to appear before Leeds magistrates today (1 April 2025).

Joyce was arrested on 30 March as part of the investigation into the death of Mr Leach, whose body was found at his address in Marsden Grove, Leeds on 19 March.

A scene remains in place outside the house on Marsden Grove

 

This post is based on a press release issued by West Yorkshire Police

Photo: Darren Leach

 

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