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Hammer Attack: Woman Bludgeoned 21 Times at Home
21 Jul
Summary
- Accused allegedly struck woman 21 times with a hammer.
- Defendant allegedly entered home and left within two minutes.
- Suspect accused of taking victim's wallet after attack.
A man stands accused of a violent hammer attack that resulted in a woman's death at her home in Devon. Prosecutors detailed the alleged crime at Westminster Magistrates' Court, stating the accused struck the victim approximately 21 times with a hammer.
The court heard that the alleged assailant arrived at the property in a red Vauxhall Corsa and entered the house. It is believed the man was inside for a mere two minutes before allegedly carrying out the fatal assault.
Following the repeated blows with the hammer, the victim was reportedly tipped from her chair. Prosecutors stated that the accused then took the victim's wallet before leaving the scene in his vehicle. The 28-year-old suspect, who faces a murder charge, has been remanded in custody.
