A ST Helens teenager accused of murdering a six week old baby girl in Skelmersdale has denied the charge.
The 17-year-old boy – who can’t be named for legal reasons – pleaded not guilty at Preston Crown Court on Friday morning.
The teenager entered his plea from behind a glass screen. He is due to stand trial charged with the murder in February next year.
A date for a preliminary hearing has been set for January 15 at Preston Crown Court.
The baby died at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in January.
