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Murder charge after prisoner is found dead in his cell
James Desborough, 39, faces murder charges following the death of 65-year-old inmate Steven Kempster in suspicious circumstances at HMP Exeter, officials said.
- James Desborough, aged 39 and held at HMP Exeter, has been formally charged with the killing of fellow prisoner Steven Kempster, who was 65 years old and found dead on September 15.
- The charge follows a police investigation after Kempster's body was discovered in his cell at around 5:40 a.m., prompting reports of suspicious circumstances.
- The Crown Prosecution Service, led by Helen Phillips, confirmed sufficient evidence exists to prosecute Desborough and stated it is in the public interest to proceed with the case.
- Phillips emphasized the strong cooperation between the Crown Prosecution Service and Devon and Cornwall Police throughout the course of the investigation.
- Desborough remains in police custody and awaited a scheduled court appearance at Exeter Magistrates' Court on September 18 to face the murder charge.
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Murder charge after prisoner is found dead in his cell
A West Country man has been charged with murder
·Gloucester, United Kingdom
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