General · 13 March 2026
Robert Davies Charged with Court Bailiff's Murder
A court bailiff's death after an attack has left his family "devastated" and colleagues receiving support. Robert Davies, 49, faces charges of murder, weapon possession, and affray after the incident in Shildon, County Durham on Tuesday. Jeff Blair, 55, was a much-loved son, brother, and father who worked as a police officer for 22 years.
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