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Teenagers Accused in Man's Brutal Seaside Murder
26 Jan
Summary
- Man allegedly chased and hit with rocks and bottle by three teenagers.
- Pathologist cites chest injuries as likely cause of death.
- Victim had heart condition; fractures occurred on one side of ribs.
A 49-year-old man, Alexander Cashford, allegedly died following an attack by three teenagers on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent. The group is accused of chasing Mr. Cashford and striking him with rocks and a bottle before he was found. The prosecution presented evidence suggesting the victim had exchanged messages with a 16-year-old girl under a false name.
During the trial at Woolwich Crown Court, a forensic pathologist testified that Mr. Cashford sustained over 30 external injuries. The pathologist stated that chest injuries, consistent with the alleged assault, were the most likely cause of death, alongside his existing ischaemic heart disease. The court heard that fractured ribs on one side of his body were highly indicative of inflicted trauma.
A video on one defendant's phone allegedly captured the incident, with the girl heard shouting accusations. The 16-year-old girl and a 15-year-old boy deny murder and manslaughter, while a 16-year-old boy has admitted to manslaughter.
