Two in court over death of Leighton Buzzard woman in 1981

The case involves a case from 42 years ago

A couple in their 70s have appeared before Luton Crown Court today, Wednesday, charged over the death of a woman 42 years ago.

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The case started this week

Allen Morgan, 73, and his wife Margaret Morgan, 75, of Stanstead Crescent, Woodingdean, Brighton, deny conspiracy to murder, with others unknown, between January 1, 1981 and August 14, 1981.

The body of Carol Morgan was found in her shop, Morgan’s Food Fare, in Finch Crescent, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard on 13 August 1981. She was 36.

The case continues.

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