Man, 33, appears in court over fatal stabbing

Greg Marshall, 35, from York died on Saturday, police said

A man has appeared in court charged with murder over the fatal stabbing of a 35-year-old man in York.

Greg Marshall died in hospital after being found by police who had been called to the Roche Avenue/Bellfarm Avenue area at about 04:45 BST on Saturday.

Ian Franklin, 33, of no fixed abode, did not enter a plea at York Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, after being charged with murder and possession of a bladed article.

He will now appear at Leeds Crown Court on Wednesday, along with a second man, Jason Rhodes, 33, of Union Terrace, York, who is charged with affray and possession of a bladed article in connection with the incident.

Meanwhile, a third man, 29, who was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary and possession of an offensive weapon had been recalled to prison, they added.

Det Insp Dominic Holroyd, from North Yorkshire Police, said: "Our thoughts are with Greg’s family and friends at this very sad time.

"We recognise the distress and disruption this has caused within the community, and we thank you for your continued patience and support as we thoroughly investigate this isolated incident."

In a tribute to Mr Marshall, his family described him as a "beloved son, father, husband, brother, uncle and loyal friend to many far and wide".

Mr Marshall was found in the Bellfarm Avenue/Roche Avenue area of York, police said

They added: "Our hearts are broken and we ask that you please respect our privacy while we process this tragedy."

North Yorkshire Police has appealed for anyone with information about what happened to get in touch.

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