Kyan McWhir Pleads Not Guilty to Murder

Kyan McWhir, 31, has pleaded not guilty to the murder of John McWhir, 52, following a street altercation in Hebden Bridge on July 27. John succumbed to serious head injuries and died in the hospital two days later. During a hearing at Bradford Crown Court, Kyan, visibly emotional, was remanded in custody, with his trial scheduled for December 9, expected to last six days. The case follows initial proceedings at Bradford Magistrates Court where the charge was first presented. West Yorkshire Police continue their investigations into the incident, which took place on Crown Street. Supporters in court expressed solidarity with Kyan, reflecting the emotional weight of the situation.