RANDLE Williams, who has been charged with his wife's murder, was released on bail after a court appearance this week.

The 42-year-old computer software boss from Bradford on Avon is accused of murdering his 33-year-old wife, Natalie. Her body was discovered in the river Avon near their home.

Williams' application for bail was granted at Bristol Crown Court on Wednesday, May 15.

Conditions have been attached to the bail.

Williams, of Greenland Mills, is accused of murdering his wife between April 21 and 24.

Williams is believed to be living at an address outside the county.

A plea and directions hearing is provisionally booked at Bristol Crown Court on September 6.