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Man charged with murder due to appear in court

Clara BullockBBC News, Somerset
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Graham Janes was found at a property in South Petherton

A man has been charged with murder after another man died from serious injuries in south Somerset.

Graham Janes, 49, is accused of murdering of Colin Lawson, 43, at an address in Holbrook Park, off Mare Lane, in South Petherton, on Friday. He has also been charged with one count of assault causing actual bodily harm (ABH) on the same evening.

A forensic post-mortem examination found Mr Lawson died after sustaining a number of injuries.

Mr Janes, of Pear Tree Drive, Chard, has been remanded into custody and is due to appear at Taunton Magistrates' Court on Monday.

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Police say they are trying to complete inquiries as soon as possible

Senior Investigating Officer Det Insp Alan Smith said: "Colin's family remain in our thoughts and specially-trained officers are continuing to provide them with updates and support.

"A small scene remains in place while further inquiries are carried out at the property but we are trying to complete them as soon as possible.

"We'd like to thank local residents for their understanding and patience."

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