A TEENAGER has denied the murder of John Pordage.
Bradley Blundell, 18, has been charged with murder, possession of a firearm with intent to cause harm, perverting the cause of justice and handling stolen goods.
He appeared at Chelmsford Crown Court today for a plea and trial preparation hearing.
Entering pleas for the four counts, he has denied murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, but admitted handling stolen goods and perverting the course of justice.
Mr Pordage, 34, who grew up in South Woodham Ferrers, was fatally shot at a BP garage in Great Baddow in August last year.
A provisional trial date has been set for October 15.
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