An individual has entered a not guilty plea to two murder charges stemming from a collision in Surrey that involved an e-bike. Alex Rose, aged 29 and residing in Sunbury, was present at Guildford Crown Court on Tuesday. During his appearance, he also denied a separate charge of perverting the course of justice. The collision, which occurred on 22 July on the A316 southbound slip road of the M3 in Sunbury-on-Thames, resulted in the deaths of William Birchard, 21, from Colnbrook, and Darren George, 22, from Egham. According to proceedings in court, Rose faces accusations of murdering Mr Birchard and Mr George. He is also accused of falsely reporting his black Ford Ranger as stolen during the period of 21 to 22 July. Appearing via video link from HMP Wandsworth, Rose’s participation in the brief hearing was limited to confirming his identity and entering his not guilty pleas. His co-defendant, Tara Knaggs, 24, from Great Ayton, Yorkshire, has pleaded not guilty to a charge of assisting an offender. She is alleged to have booked a hotel for Mr Rose and arranged flights for him to depart the UK “with intent to impede” his apprehension. The next court appearance for both defendants is scheduled for January. The trial proceedings are slated to commence on 11 August 2025. Further reporting was provided by PA Media. For updates, follow BBC Surrey on Facebook and X. Story ideas can be submitted to southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk or via WhatsApp at 08081 002250. This content is copyrighted by BBC 2024. All rights are reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the content found on external websites. Information regarding our external linking policy is available. Post navigation Individual arrested in 2014 attack death case granted bail Families Recount Night Two Teenagers Were Fatally Stabbed in Bristol