Murder accused's case committed to higher court

Teenager will next appear in Court of General Gaol Delivery

A teenager charged with the murder of a 14-year-old boy has had his case committed to the higher court.

The boy, who's also 14 years old and can't be named for legal reasons, appeared before Magistrates at Douglas Courthouse this morning.

It was confirmed his next appearance will be at the Court of General Gaol Delivery at a date to be confirmed.

There was no application for bail, and he'll remain on remand until his next court appearance.