The suspect charged in the murder of 14-year-old Pauly Likens, a transgender girl whose remains were found by Shenango River Lake in June, appeared in court for his preliminary hearing Thursday, July 26.

DaShawn Watkins, 29, of Sharon was charged with murder, aggravated assault, evidence tampering and abuse of a corpse in the killing and dismemberment of Pauly. The judge held all charges for court.

Watkins is held without bail in the Mercer County Prison.