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Brother Pleads Guilty to Sister's Fatal Stabbing
9 Feb
Summary
- A man pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the first day of his trial.
- He fatally stabbed his sister on November 29, 2024.
- Sentencing is scheduled for March 25.
Andrew Cunningham, 62, pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of his sister, Margaret Cunningham, on the opening day of his trial at the Old Bailey. The fatal stabbing took place on November 29, 2024. Police responded to an incident shortly before 3:00 PM GMT, and Ms Cunningham was subsequently taken to hospital, where she passed away later that evening.
Cunningham, who resides in Rotherhithe, was apprehended nearby and faced a murder charge, which he initially denied. However, he entered a guilty plea to the reduced charge of manslaughter, supported by an agreement between prosecution and defence medical experts regarding diminished responsibility.
During the hearing, the judge acknowledged the profound impact of the violent death, particularly on a family. Sentencing for Andrew Cunningham has been scheduled for March 25, with the court emphasizing that no sentence can equate to the loss of a life.
