Woman accused of culpable homicide following death of Borders man (Image: NQ)
A WOMAN has appeared in court accused of culpable homicide following the death of a 40-year-old man at the weekend.
Simone Ramage, who is 37, is also charged with possession of an air weapon without a proper certificate.
The private court appearance follows an incident at a house in Chris Paterson Place, Galashiels, Selkirkshire, on Friday evening.
Brian Kowbel suffered injuries and was taken to Borders General Hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.
Ramage of Galashiels, made no plea at Selkirk Sheriff Court and the case was continued for further examination.
She was released on bail by Sheriff Peter Paterson.
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