Grindr hookup linked to alleged strangling during sex

Michael Barron died after meeting Josh Baxter through the dating app Grindr, and prosecutors told a court Baxter is accused of restraining and allegedly strangling him during high‑risk sexual activity; jurors were also told Baxter later made internet searches about causing death during sex.

A man died after meeting another man through the dating app Grindr, the court was told. The prosecution named the deceased as Michael Barron and the accused as Josh Baxter. Minshull Street Crown Court heard the allegations and some related internet searches by the accused. Court account: - The men met via the Grindr app and arranged to meet at the accused's flat. - Prosecutors told jurors Baxter restrained Barron and allegedly strangled him during what they described as high‑risk sexual activity. - The prosecution said Barron died following the incident. - Jurors were told Baxter later searched online about causing death during sex; the matter is being heard at Minshull Street Crown Court. Summary: The allegations are being considered at Minshull Street Crown Court and are before a jury. Undetermined at this time.