BREAKING: Lanarkshire man who allegedly murdered Emma Caldwell fails to secure bail

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A Lanarkshire man who allegedly murdered Emma Caldwell in Glasgow almost 17 years ago has failed in a bid to secure bail.Lawyers acting for Ian Packer, 49, of Airdrie, tried to have him released from custody at the Sheriff Appeal Court in Edinburgh.However, Appeal Sheriff William Holligan refused to grant bail to Mr Packer earlier today.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android He had been remanded in custody following a private appearance at Glasgow Sheriff Court earlier this year.Prosecutors claim that Mr Packer murdered Ms Caldwell, who was a sex worker in Glasgow at the time of her death.She was last seen alive in the early hours of April 5, 2005, on Glasgow’s London Road.

Her family reported Emma missing five days later.The 27-year-old’s remains were then discovered in woods at Roberton near Biggar, South Lanarkshire, on May 8, 2005.Head over to our new Lanarkshire Live Facebook page to make sure you're up to date with the top stories in the regionMr Packer is accused of a total of 38 charges – the allegations include charges of rape, sexual assault and abductions against other women.He made no plea to all charges at a private hearing at Glasgow Sheriff Court where he was represented by advocate John Branigan.Mr Packer was remanded in custody by Sheriff Mark Maguire.He is expected to appear in court