TWO people have appeared in court accused of murdering and dismembering a man whose remains were found in a seaside town.

       Police were scrambled to Boscombe in Dorset after a member of the public discovered human legs in a "package" on a cliffside path.

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       Debbie Ann Pereira allegedly murdered Simon Shotton 3

       The remains were discovered on a seaside path Credit: BNPS

       Officers then discovered further remains belonging to 43-year-old Simon Shotton inside his home in Bournemouth.

       Debbie Ann Pereira, 38, and 48-year-old Benjamin Lee Atkins have been charged with murder.

       The pair appeared at Poole Magistrates' Court today where they are accused of dismembering Simon before dumping his remains.

       Nicola Reece, prosecuting, said the first set of remains were discovered on the Manor Steps Zig Zag, a path leading to the beach, at around midday on August 26.

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       She added: "Inside the package were human legs identified from forensics as belonging to Simon Shotton.

       "They then investigated Mr Shotton to find out where he has come from and he was found to be living at an address in Bournemouth.

       "As the address is investigated further body parts are found."

       Pereira and Atkins were remanded into custody to next appear at Bournemouth Crown Court tomorrow.

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       Detective Inspector Neil Third, of MCIT, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family of Simon Shotton and they have been updated with this latest development in our investigation.

       “This matter has been the subject of a meticulous and complex investigation and we have now reached the point where charges of murder have been authorised following consultation with the CPS.

       “As this case will now be the subject of active court proceedings, it would not be appropriate for us to comment any further at this time as we must ensure the justice system is allowed to follow its course.

       “It is also important to stress that there should be no further commentary or sharing of information online or on social media that could potentially prejudice these court proceedings.”

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       Pereira will appear at Bournemouth Crown Court tomorrow Credit: Facebook