Man Pleads Not Guilty in Ex-Politician's Death

0:00Local headlines in two minutes or less, you're tuned in to Sydney News today. A 26-year-old man named Jerry Massipow has pleaded not guilty to manslaughter in the death of Barry Urban, a former Western Australian politician. Urban died last February after an alleged assault at a tire business he managed in the Perth suburb of Kelmscott. Police say he fell during the incident and hit his head, leading to his death months later. Massipow faces several other charges too, including aggravated burglary from last November, where he allegedly assaulted someone while armed. He also pleaded not guilty to reckless driving and driving without authority. Earlier this week, he appeared in Sterling Gardens Magistrates Court and denied all the charges. Barry Urban had a troubled past as a disgraced labor MP. Back in 2021, he served time in jail after getting convicted for foraging records and lying to state parliament. His fall from grace made headlines, and now this case brings fresh attention to his story.

1:02The court provided an interpreter for Massipow via audio link during the hearing. Meanwhile, he's dealing with these serious accusations while staying out on bail. Massipow's next court date is set for May in the Supreme Court, where the case will move forward. Officials haven't shared more details yet, but the outcome could have big implications. This episode is brought to you by our sponsor. See the episode description, headphones, and a pillow. Simple idea, surprisingly addictive. S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com. Made in AI.