Overview

• Julia Wandel, 23, and Karen Spragg, 60, entered not-guilty pleas to stalking charges involving the McCann family at Leicester Crown Court.
• Wandel allegedly made repeated calls, sent messages, and visited the McCanns' home, claiming to be their missing daughter Madeleine McCann.
• Spragg is accused of similar actions, including sending letters and attending the McCanns' home address.
• Wandel remains in custody after being denied bail, while Spragg has been released on conditional bail pending trial.
• The trial for both women is scheduled to begin on October 2, 2025, with potential penalties of up to 12 months’ custody and/or an unlimited fine for the charges.