Sentence
Robert Askew
Robert Askew (aged 34) was sentenced at Newcastle-upon-Tyne Crown Court on 10 November 2021 to 24 Years - Life for ABH Assault occasioning actual bodily harm and 4 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 10 November 2021
- Sentence
- 24 Years - Life
- Judge
- Mrs Justice Foster
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| ABH Assault occasioning actual bodily harm | Custodial immediate, 3 Years |
| False imprisonment - intentional or reckless restraint of persons freedom of movement from a particular place without lawful excuse | Custodial immediate, 4 Years |
| Murder | Custodial immediate, Life |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of murder, assault occasioning actual bodily harm (ABH) and false imprisonment in Esh Winning, County Durham, on 24 April 2021.