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Former Footballer Joey Barton to Remain in Custody Ahead of Trial Next Year
The former footballer will stay in custody after Judge David Potter refused a renewed bail application in a case alleging serious eye injuries.
- On Monday, Judge David Potter refused a renewed bail application for Joey Barton, who appeared via videolink from HMP Liverpool wearing a grey zip-up fleece.
- The 44-year-old faces charges of causing grievous bodily harm with intent to Kevin Lynch, 51, following an alleged incident near the Huyton and Prescot Golf Club in March; Barton entered a not guilty plea.
- Liverpool Crown Court adjourned the trial to March 8 next year after it was postponed from last week, when defence counsel Tim Forte submitted an unsuccessful bail application.
- Judge Potter remanded Barton in custody pending a December 11 pre-trial hearing, ensuring he will have spent 12 months on remand by trial commencement.
- A former midfielder for Manchester City and Newcastle, Barton made more than 50 appearances for the Clarets and earned a solitary England cap in 2007 before managing Fleetwood Town.
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The Independent (US)Ex-England footballer Joey Barton denied bail over alleged attack at golf club
He will remain in custody for six more months until his trial begins
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