Man accused of murdering woman and two-year-old girl

Andrew Inness is accused of murdering Bennylyn Burke, 25, and two-year-old Jellica Burke.

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A man has appeared in court charged with murdering a woman and her two-year-old daughter.

Andrew Innes, 50, appeared at Dundee Sheriff Court on Monday.

He was charged with repeatedly hitting 25-year-old Bennylyn Burke with a hammer and murdering her.

Innes is also accused of assaulting Jellica Burke by “means unknown” and murdering the two-year-old.

It’s alleged both murders took place at a property in Troon Avenue, Dundee, between February 17 and March 5.

Innes, who made no plea, was held in custody following the hearing while the case was continued for further examination.

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