The dad-of-three was shot outside a gym
A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of Lenny Scott. The 33-year-old was shot outside a gym on Peel Road in Skelmersdale on Thursday, February 8. Emergency services attended the scene and found dad-of-three, who was from Prescot, with serious gunshot wounds. He died later in hospital.
Anthony Cleary, 28, and Elias Morgan, 34, have both been charged with the murder of Lenny, reports Lancs Live. Cleary appeared over video link at Preston Crown Court today, Monday, September 30 but did not enter a plea to the charge.
Morgan did not attend the hearing at Preston Crown Court. The Honorary Recorder of Preston, Judge Robert Altham, remanded them in custody and set a date for a further hearing to take place on November 8. A trial date is scheduled to take place on January 14 2025.
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Following his death, Lenny’s family paid tribute to the dad-of-three, saying: “He was the biggest, funniest and most lovable person. He had such a big presence and would light up any room he walked into. His strength, laughter, hugs, sense of humour and banter were second to none.
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“He always wanted to make a difference and do the right thing, to help and protect everyone he met and he had a real strong sense of duty and service which was shown by his time serving in the RAF. He loved animals so much, especially dogs. We were all so lucky to have him in our lives, to watch him grow into this strong wonderful man, loved by so many.”
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