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Men Deny Murder And Manslaughter Of Soldier
Two men have appeared in court accused of the murder and manslaughter of a soldier in Brecon.
Jake Vallely, 23, denied murdering Private Matthew Boyd and Aaeron Evans, 22, has denied manslaughter.
The soldier, from the Royal Gibraltar Regiment, was found injured and unconscious on Lion Street in the Welsh market town in the early hours of the morning last month.
He was taken by ambulance to hospital but later died.
The two men were remanded in custody at the hearing at Cardiff Crown Court.
A trial has been set for November 14.
Brecon is home to the British Army's Infantry Battle School, with the surrounding mountains used throughout the year by troops, including special forces, for training and exercises.
Cover Image: Pte Matthew Boyd
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