He then, at a separate flat, killed Julie Williams, David Williams' mother, to prevent her reporting Russell to the police over her son's death, prosecutors say. Ms McGregor's body was discovered in woods on 29 October, three days after she was strangled by Russell in Newbold Comyn. Russell, of Riley Square, Coventry, strangled him on 21 October with a lanyard, before leaving the body under his bed, where it was found five days later with 87 injuries. He then strangled Mr Williams' 58-year-old mother in an attack which saw him inflict 113 separate injuries. We request to be left alone to grieve at this difficult time.. Video, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, MasterChef Australia host Jock Zonfrillo dies, Father tells how gunman opened fire on Texas home, Trump says 'great to be home' on visit to Scotland, NFL player's daughter, aged two, drowns in pool, Banana artwork in Seoul museum eaten by visitor, Trump mistrial request denied in NY rape lawsuit. "Our thoughts remain with them as they come to terms with the tragic circumstances of their deaths. Keep up with the latest news with our email alerts directly to your inbox. Until we meet again.". Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Ms Johnson told jurors: "You will have to consider whether she consented to sexual intercourse with a man she did not know whilst five months pregnant, just moments before she was murdered.". Anthony Russell, 39, murdered Julie Williams, her son David Williams and Nicole McGregor, whose body was found in woodland near Leamington Spa. The body of Nicole McGregor, 31, was later discovered in woodland in Newbold Comyn, Leamington Spa. A TRIPLE murderer raped a pregnant woman he lured to the woods then strangled her in a five-day "campaign of crime", a court heard. The bodies of Julie and David Williams were discovered in separate flats in Coventry earlier this week and on Thursday (October 29) the body of 31-year-old Nicole McGregor was discovered in Newbold Comyn, Leamington. After the murder, heroin-user Russell pretended to help Ms McGregor's partner look for her. The family of Ms McGregor said: "We wish to thank people for their well wishes. Anthony Russell, 38, has been charged with three murders as well as robbery in connection with a car-jacking of a red Ford C-Max. Did this woman die because her genitals were cut? CCTV footage of Ms McGregor, who lived in a flat in Leamington, was played to . "Our investigation continues and I would urge anyone with information who have not yet spoken to us, to get in touch. The mum-of-three, who was known by friends as Nicole, was today remembered as a "beautiful" young woman. The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure. The cause of both their deaths is yet to be established. Nicole McGregor was strangled and had piece of wood in her throat West Midlands Police said Russell is expected to appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court on Monday and he is also charged with a car-jacking and a section 18 wounding that allegedly took place in Leamington Spa on Wednesday afternoon. A triple killer who raped a pregnant woman moments before strangling her has been sentenced to a whole-life prison term. "A suspect has been arrested in respect of that, and I was expecting you to come armed with a death certificate. The court heard Russell, described as a "rather sad and pathetic individual" by his own barrister, had refused to attend the sentencing hearing on Friday. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the day's top stories sent directly to you. Anthony Russell, 39, has previously admitted the murders of Julie Williams, her son David Williams. Anthony Russell, 38, of no fixed address, was remanded in custody at Birmingham Magistrates'. Anthony Russell, 38, was discovered in a stolen car today after being hunted by cops as the lead suspect for the murder of David Williams, 32, and his 58-year-old mother, Julie, in Coventry. 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News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. David and Julie Williams, from Coventry. Dr Lockyer said that was the case and added that while there were no signs of what might be termed classical rape case injuries, where force had been used, it could have been carried out by intimidation rather than the application of force. It has now emerged that Miss McGregor, who lived in Leamington Spa, was facing prison for drug dealing when she was killed. Man, 38, is charged with triple murder - Daily Mail We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. VideoThe secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, LGBT troops take love for Eurovision to front line, Why an Indian comedian is challenging fake news rules. The mother and son were found dead within 24 hours of each other in Bell Green. Man in court accused of Coventry and Leamington murders He today pleaded guilty to three counts of murder but is on trial for rape. We request to be left alone to grieve at this difficult time.". To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Read about our approach to external linking. Russell is also accused of robbery in connection with the. A mother who was killed in a suspected triple murder and whose body was dumped in woods was facing prison for drug dealing, a court heard. I always pay attention to details and everything will be prepared so you can have a magical and unforgettable time. He said: You say there is no evidence of violent sexual assault but this by no means excludes the possibility that sexual assault had occurred.. He had also admitted the October 26 murder of 31-year-old Nicole McGregor, who was found in woodland near Leamington Spa three days later. 'Callous' triple killer found guilty of raping pregnant woman before Where do I get to when I dig a hole in Leamington-Spa through the centre of the earth? 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Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. The rape trial began yesterday at Warwick Crown Court and continued yesterday (Tuesday, February 15). The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Video, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, Explosion derails train in Russian border region, Banana artwork in Seoul museum eaten by visitor, Trump says 'great to be home' on visit to Scotland, NFL player's daughter, aged two, drowns in pool, Father tells how gunman opened fire on Texas home, Trump mistrial request denied in NY rape lawsuit, Trevelyan relative 'would consider' famine payment, JP Morgan snaps up troubled US bank First Republic. Her son David was found around 24 hours later in a separate flat after he vanished for six days. Anthony Russell, 39, murdered Julie Williams, her son David Williams and. The mum-of-three's death is being linked to the murders of Julie Williams, 58, and her son, David Williams, 32. Russell denies rape. The trial is taking place at Warwick Crown Court. The court was told he was strangled with a lanyard before his body was left under a bed covered in 87 injuries. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Something went wrong, please try again later. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Anthony Russell, 39, killed 58-year-old Julie Williams and her son, David, 32, whose bodies were discovered at separate homes in Coventry. Nicole had previously gushed over her three kids, saying she was the "proudest mum in the world". Nicole McGregor, 31, was found in parkland in Leamington Spa, Warwick, on October 29. Anthony Russell, 38, of Riley Square, Coventry, was arrested in Staffordshire on Friday and will . Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Most populous nation: Should India rejoice or panic? Zoe Johnson QC, told jurors that between October 21 and his arrest on October 30, Russell had "embarked on a campaign of crime" then lied in "callous and calculating fashion" to cover up his offences. Nicole McGregor, 31, was found in parkland in Leamington Spa, Warwick, on October 29 - just days before she was due at a sentencing hearing after admitting possessing heroin with intent to supply. He added that there was evidence of blunt force injury to her head and face, including a bleed to the brain. BREAKING NEWS| A 38-year-old man has been charged with the murders of Julie Williams and her son David in Coventry and Nicole McGregor in Leamington Spa.