Patrick Maughan, 53, and Owen Maughan, 27, have been charged with the murder of Peter Maughan, a four-year-old family member who died in a car crash in Dartford. Besides murder, they face charges for grievous bodily harm to Lovell Mahon, Peter's father, and attempted wounding with intent against Peter's sister. Owen has admitted to driving the vehicle while Patrick was a passenger. Their plea hearing is scheduled for October 7, with a trial date set for February 2 next year. Peter's passing has prompted heartfelt tributes online from the community.
A father and son accused of murdering a four-year-old family member in a car crash in Dartford have appeared in court.
Patrick Maughan, 53, and Owen Maughan, 27, are each charged with the murder of Peter Maughan, as well as grievous bodily harm to his father.
Owen Maughan has accepted that he was driving the vehicle at the time of the crash, while Patrick Maughan has accepted he was a passenger.
Tributes have been paid online to Peter, with many describing him as a beautiful angel and a kind-hearted child.
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