Scunthorpe shooting: Jamie Burke denies attempt to kill policeman

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The plain-clothes police officer was shot at in Scunthorpe in July

A man has denied attempting to murder a police officer who was shot at in the street during a pursuit.

Jamie Burke, 29, of no fixed abode, also denied three further charges when he appeared via videolink at Hull Crown Court.

He pleaded not guilty to possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, possession of ammunition and possession of a firearm when prohibited for life.

He was further remanded until his trial which was set for 24 January.

The plain-clothes police officer was fired at in Glebe Road, Scunthorpe, on 26 July. He managed to escape unhurt.

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