Alleged Moat accomplices face conspiracy charge

TWO alleged accomplices of gunman Raoul Moat will face trial next year accused of conspiracy to murder.

Karl Ness, 26, and Qhuram Awan, 23, are accused of helping the ex-bouncer target police officers. They appeared before Newcastle Crown Court via videolink from prison, and also face a charge of possessing a firearm with intent.

During a brief hearing the defendants heard that they will face trial next year before a High Court judge, with a provisional date of January 24.