Man in court accused of caravan park murder

A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a father-of-four at a caravan park.

Lee Jackson, 40, sustained fatal injuries during an incident at the Valley Farm Holiday Park in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, on 14 October.

Daniel Fox, 39, of Hampden Crescent, Warley, is also accused of burglary, two offences of making threats to kill and three counts of assaulting an emergency worker.

He spoke only to confirm his name when he appeared via video link at Chelmsford Crown Court on 21 October. He was remanded in custody. A plea hearing has been set for 16 December.

In a tribute, relatives of Jackson, who was from Frinton-on-Sea, said he brought "laughter, joy and happiness" to those who knew him.

His parents added: "Our son will be deeply missed by his family and friends."

Essex Police said specialist officers had been supporting Jackson's family.

Det Insp Tim Coyles, who is leading the murder investigation, said it had caused "a great deal of shock" in the community.

Anyone with any information can submit it through Essex Police's dedicated public portal.

A provisional trial date has been set for 26 July 2027, with the trial expected to last seven days.

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