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Man Jailed for Murder

A man was jailed for life for the brutal murder of his girlfriend's mother and attempted murder of his girlfriend.

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JusticeUkCrimeMurderFamilyCourt

West Mercia PoliceWorcester Crown Court

Damian HomerWendy FrancisStacey HillPaul FrancisLeighton Harding

How did Wendy Francis's family describe her?: Wendy Francis' family described her as "one in a million with a heart of gold." They said she welcomed Homer into the family and showed him nothing but love and support, making the murder harder to comprehend.
What was the sentence given to Damian Homer?: Damian Homer was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his girlfriend's mother, Wendy Francis. He also attempted to murder his girlfriend, Stacey Hill. The attack was described as horrific and brutal.
What events led up to the murder according to the court?: The court heard that Homer's girlfriend had threatened to break up with him, and he accused her of infidelity before committing the murders. The judge described his actions as a "most selfish and cruel act."
How did Stacey Hill and Paul Francis react to the murder?: Homer's girlfriend, Stacey Hill, stated in a victim impact statement that she would "never, ever be the same" after witnessing her mother's murder. Ms. Francis' husband, Paul, said the couple had planned to move abroad after her cancer recovery.
Who led the investigation, and what was their assessment of the case?: The investigation was led by Retired Det Ch Insp Leighton Harding, who praised Stacey Hill's bravery in providing evidence that helped secure Homer's conviction. He expressed hope that the sentence provides some closure for the family.

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