A YOUTH accused of murdering 10-year-old Lauren Pilkington-Smith has denied the allegation.
Keiron Smith, who is no relation, aged 18, of Pilling Street, Leigh, denied murdering Lauren whose body was found on July 8 just 200 yards from her home in Twist Lane, Leigh.
He appeared at Liverpool Crown Court via video link equipment from Manchester Prison.
He was further remanded in custody by Judge Henry Globe, QC, the Recorder of Liverpool, to await his trial - expected to last from two to three weeks - beginning on December 5.
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