Courts Dundee man accused of attempted murder outside city multi By Ciaran Shanks April 23 2021, 1:42pm April 23 2021, 1:42pm Share Dundee man accused of attempted murder outside city multi Share via Facebook Twitter Linkedin Whatsapp Messenger Email Post link https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/courts/2162260/dundee-man-accused-of-attempted-murder-outside-city-multi/ Copy Link The alleged attempted murder happened outside Hilltown Court A man has appeared in court accused of attempted murder following an alleged attack outside a Dundee multi. John McGrandle, of Bonnethill Court, allegedly left Brian Smith permanently disfigured after attacking him outside Hilltown Court on April 13. McGrandle was remanded in custody following his appearance on petition at Dundee Sheriff Court on Friday. It is alleged the 28-year-old seized Mr Smith’s body, shouted at him and pursued him. Thereafter, McGrandle is said to have repeatedly struck him on the head and body with an unknown instrument. Prosecutors allege the attack was an attempt to murder Mr Smith. No plea was offered on McGrandle’s behalf during the brief hearing in private. Sheriff Simon Collins QC continued the case for further examination and remanded McGrandle in custody. He is expected to make a second court appearance next week.
