A MAN has appeared in court today charged with the murder of  22-year-old Abdul Deghayes.

Daniel Macleod, 36, from Gypsy Road in South London appeared by video link in Brighton Magistrates court before District Judge Tessa Szagun.

He is charged with murdering Mr Deghayes in Brighton on Saturday and possession of cocaine with intent to supply.

Macleod spoke only to confirm his name, age and nationality.

He has been remanded in custody and will appear at Lewes Crown Court on Monday, February 25.