The trial of the South Woodford man accused of murdering pensioner Rosemary Shearman is due to begin.

Former prosecution case worker Thomas Blazquez, 50, of Onslow Gardens, will appear at Southwark Crown Court on Thursday.

Rosemary, 77, was found dead at her home in Platford Green, Hornchurch, in September 2013.

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South Woodford man accused of murdering pensioner to stand trial