Man charged over fatal shooting of award-winning farmer
A man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of Charles Kinston, an award-winning young farmer, in Derbyshire. Kinston's body was discovered in a field in January 2024, and Joseph Simpkins has been charged with manslaughter and firearm-related offenses. The farming community has expressed deep sorrow over Kinston's death, describing him as a kind and generous individual.
- ▪Charles Kinston, 23, was found dead in a field near Swadlincote on 29 January 2024.
- ▪Joseph Simpkins, 37, has been charged with manslaughter and firearm-related offenses.
- ▪Kinston was recognized for his innovative farming solutions, earning accolades in competitions.
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Man charged over fatal shooting of award-winning farmerJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLaura HammondEast Midlands Kinston familyCharles Kinston, 23, was found dead in a field near Swadlincote in January 2024A man has been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of an award-winning young farmer in Derbyshire more than two years ago.The body of Charles Kinston, 23, was found in a field off Brizlincote Lane, Bretby, near Swadlincote, on 29 January 2024.Joseph Simpkins, 37, of Brizlincote Lane, Bretby, has been charged with manslaughter, possessing ammunition for a firearm without a certificate and possessing prohibited ammunition.He has been released on bail and is due to appear at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court on 15 June, Derbyshire Police said.According to the…
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