The man appears in the court accused of killing the woman

A provisional test date set for accused in Halifax murder case

Lee Taylor, 40, of Van Wellington Place in Halifax, appeared in Bradford Crown Court on Tuesday, facing charges of the murder of Paris Kendall, 36. Kendall was found dead on 13 August with a serious head injury in Keighley Road, Illingworth.

During the court appearance, Taylor, dressed in a gray sweater and blue PUMA training pants, confirmed his name before Judge Jonathan Rose. The judge set a plea date for September 16 and a provisional test date for February 2.

Family mourns the loss of Paris Kendall

Following Kendall’s tragic death, her family released a statement expressing their devastation. “Paris was a beloved mother, daughter, and member of our family, and we are absolutely shattered by her loss,” the statement read. The family also thanked those who have offered tributes to Kendall, finding comfort in the support during this difficult time.

The case continues to unfold as the legal process moves forward, with the next steps scheduled for the coming months.