Southwark man charged with murder after woman's fatal fall
Mohamed Sherif, 54, appeared at the Old Bailey charged with murder following the death of Kerry Ann Goodbrand, 31.
Incident → evidence → outcomeMohamed Sherif, 54, has been charged with murder following the death of Kerry Ann Goodbrand, 31. Ms Goodbrand was found fatally injured in the street on Friday, August 21, and was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident was allegedly linked to Mr Sherif's flat in Rowcross Street, Southwark, by evidence including blood found beside a window and one of Ms Goodbrand's shoes on the windowsill, the court heard.
Court Appearance
Mr Sherif appeared at the Old Bailey on Thursday via video-link from Thameside prison for a preliminary hearing. He spoke only to confirm his identity. Judge Simon Mayo KC remanded him into custody. A plea and trial preparation hearing is scheduled for November 12, with a provisional three-week trial set to begin on May 24 next year.
Police Appeal
Detective Chief Superintendent Emma Bond, who leads policing in the area, stated that officers are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding Ms Goodbrand's death. She added that an increased police presence would be visible in the neighbourhood while enquiries were conducted. Ms Bond urged anyone with concerns or information to speak to an officer or contact the police.
Questions this report answers
01What is Mohamed Sherif accused of?
Mohamed Sherif, 54, has been charged with the murder of Kerry Ann Goodbrand, 31. Ms Goodbrand died after allegedly exiting a window of Mr Sherif's flat in Rowcross Street, Southwark.
02When did the incident occur?
Kerry Ann Goodbrand was found fatally injured on Friday, August 21. She was pronounced dead at the scene shortly before 3pm on that day.
03What is the next step in the legal process?
Mohamed Sherif has been remanded into custody. A plea and trial preparation hearing is scheduled for November 12, and a provisional trial is set to commence on May 24 next year.
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