Durham Police say they are not looking for anyone else in connection with Stanley shooting
A fifth man has been charged with murder following his arrest in Northern Ireland on Friday.
Last updated 1st May 2025
A fifth man has been charged with murder following his arrest in Northern Ireland on Friday.
A warrant was issued for Sean Reay, of Stanley, following the death of Barry Dawson last weekend.
Mr Reay was arrested by our Police Service of Northern Ireland colleagues and transported back to Durham on Saturday the 12th of April.
The 29-year-old remains in custody and will appear at Peterlee Magistrates’ Court today.
Keith Edward Dorward, also known as Keith Edward Lax, was also arrested on suspicion of murder on Thursday and charged with the offence.
The 47-year-old, of Stanley, is expected to appear at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court today.
Superintendent Neil Fuller said:
“We are not looking for anyone else in connection with Mr Dawson’s death and want to thank the community for their continued support while our extensive enquiries were carried out.
“We appreciate the patience and support residents have given us as officers have worked around-the-clock on our investigation.”