Fundraiser Set Up to Support Family of Alleged Murder Victim in Lincolnshire
A fundraising campaign is underway to assist the family of Tony McDermott, a 38-year-old man who was allegedly murdered in Grantham, Lincolnshire. The police received a 999 call to an Eton Street property just after 4.20am on Saturday, October 14, where Mr McDermott was found with apparent knife wounds.
Man Charged with Homicide
Nicholas Christopher Ward, aged 37 and also from Eton Street, Grantham, was charged with McDermott's murder on Monday, October 16. Ward subsequently presented himself at the Lincoln Crown Court for a preliminary hearing the next day.
Ward wore a grey tracksuit and confirmed his name only. His Honour Judge Simon Hirst scheduled a plea and trial preparation hearing for January 8, 2024, while the anticipated trial date is April 15, 2024.
GoFundMe Page Erected
Michael Clarke established a GoFundMe page with the purpose of supporting Mr McDermott's family financially. In explaining his motivations behind the fundraising project, Mr Clarke expressed:
"I want do what we can at this tragic time to help Tony's family with funeral costs. Tony was one of a kind, he had his flaws but he had the biggest heart and would help anyone he could. His crazy sense of humour was one of a kind. He was a loving father and was so proud of his children. I know how loved Tony was and how missed he will be, so I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to show their support."
As of this reporting moment, the fundraising goal of £5,000 is on sight with a total of £4,600 already collected in Tony McDermott's name.