A picture has been released of a 'fun loving' father-of-two who was stabbed to death on the street, as three teenagers have been charged with his murder. Craig Yorke died from stab wounds on Eldon Lane, near Bishop Auckland during the early hours of Saturday morning.
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His heartbroken family described him as the 'life and soul of the party'. Three men, aged 18, 17 and 16 were arrested the same day and have since been charged with his murder. In a statement his family said: 'Craig was a much-loved dad to his two girls Sadie and Verity.
'He was a fun-loving character, the life and soul of the party and he always put others before himself. 'The whole family is devastated at the loss of Craig and his death will leave a huge hole in our hearts forever.'. The three men appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates court this morning and did not enter any pleas.
Pictured: Father-of-two Craig Yorke was described by his family as the 'life and soul of the party'. Three teenagers appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates court this morning charged with murder. They were remanded into custody and will next appear at Newcastle Crown Court on Thursday, December 19.
A spokesperson for Durham Police said: 'A post-mortem examination has revealed Mr Yorke, 28 died from stab wounds. 'Enquiries into the incident remain ongoing and a scene remains in place. 'Anyone who has any information in relation to this incident is urged to contact Durham Constabulary on 101, quoting incident number 53 of December 14.
