Five people have been charged with murder following the death of a 23-year-old man at a service station in County Durham.
Daniel Ambler died following an incident at the Asda Express service station in Seaham on the afternoon of Thursday, 15 January. Durham Constabulary launched a murder investigation and subsequently charged five individuals in connection with his death.
Barry Anderson, aged 51, Ashton Anderson, aged 19, and Barry Logan Anderson, aged 18, have each been charged with murder and violent disorder. Two 17-year-old boys, who cannot be named due to their age, face identical charges.
All five are scheduled to appear before Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court on Monday.
Family Pays Tribute
In a statement, Mr Ambler’s family described him as “a much-loved son and brother” whose death would “leave a huge hole in our hearts forever.”
“He had a great sense of humour, was popular among friends, and was able to bring laughter to any situation,” the family said. “Our family is devastated, but we will remember Daniel for being the kind-hearted soul that he was.”
Police Reassure Community
Detective Chief Inspector Chris Woollett of Durham Constabulary sought to reassure residents following the incident. “While there will be an increased police presence as the investigation continues, I can reassure the community of Seaham that we believe this was an isolated incident, and we have no information to suggest any wider risk to the public,” he said.
DCI Woollett added: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Daniel Ambler.”
Durham Constabulary has appealed for information or dashcam footage from anyone with relevant details about the incident.
