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Man Pleads Guilty to Murder After Petrol Attack

A man pleads guilty to murder after setting a woman on fire two years prior.

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Leigh PatemanEllen MarshallSteven CraigJacqueline KirkDetective Inspector Andy Mcwatt

What crime did Leigh Pateman plead guilty to?: Leigh Pateman pleaded guilty to the murder of Ellen Marshall, who died two years after he set her on fire. He had previously been jailed for grievous bodily harm after pouring petrol on her and setting her alight.
What other similar case is mentioned in the article?: The case is similar to that of Steven Craig, who was convicted of murder in 2022 after his victim died 21 years after he set her on fire. Craig received an additional 15 years in prison.
What will happen to Pateman in court on December 2nd?: Pateman will be sentenced on December 2nd and will receive a life sentence. The judge must determine the minimum term he must serve.
What were the consequences of the attack on Ellen Marshall?: Ms. Marshall suffered 80-90% burns and spent the rest of her life in hospitals and care homes due to the attack. Her death in March 2023 led to Pateman being charged with murder.
What was Detective Inspector Andy McWatt's statement regarding the case?: Detective Inspector Andy McWatt stated that the attack was shocking and barbaric, highlighting the suffering of Ellen Marshall and her family. He hopes they find some closure with the sentencing.

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