The man accused of murdering a pig hunter and attempting to murder another has pleaded not guilty and will face trial in two years.
Stu Edmondson appeared via audio video link in the High Court at Hamilton this morning to face charges relating to a shooting near Coromandel town in December.
Kevin Mabbott died in the incident on The 309 Road and another man was taken to hospital in a serious condition.
The 77-year-old was charged after two men were allegedly found with gunshot wounds on a remote road. (Source: 1News)
Justice Tahana remanded Edmondson in custody while he awaited the May 2027 trial.
Edmondson, who was represented by defence lawyer Ron Mansfield, would reappear this afternoon for a bail hearing.
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