Man found guilty of murder of Anita Rose in Brantham in 2024

Man found guilty of murder of Anita Rose in Brantham in 2024

A woman walking her dog last summer was tragically murdered by a wanted man who had been on the run for two years. Anita Rose, 57, was discovered with severe injuries, comparable to those from high-speed car accidents, on a footpath in Brantham, Suffolk, on July 24. Despite efforts to save her, Ms. Rose succumbed to her injuries at Addenbrooke’s Hospital in Cambridge four days later.

Roy Barclay, 56, who did not have a fixed address, denied the allegations, but a jury at Ipswich Crown Court unanimously found him guilty of Ms. Rose’s murder after deliberating for just over two hours. Set to be sentenced on August 6, Judge Martyn Levett informed Barclay that he should anticipate a lengthy prison term for the senseless killing of Anita Rose.

Upon hearing the verdict, Barclay remained impassive, while Richard Jones, Ms. Rose’s partner of 11 years, was visibly distraught and in tears as he exited the courtroom. This breaking news story will continue to be updated with further details. For the latest updates, please refresh the page

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