Sentence
Eddie Ratcliffe
Eddie Ratcliffe (aged 16) was sentenced at Manchester Crown Court on 2 February 2024 to 20 Years - Life for Murder. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Manchester Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 2 February 2024
- Sentence
- 20 Years - Life
- Judge
- Mrs Justice Yip
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
The offence
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Murder | Custodial immediate, Life |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of murder in Culcheth, Cheshire, on 11 February 2023. - Sentencing remarks -
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Good Character / No (relevant) previous convictions; Age / Youth and immaturity of the offender; Planned / Premeditated / Degree of Planning; Specific planned use of the weapon / weapon brought to scene; Busy / Public place / Time / Location / Broad Daylight / Residential Area; Vulnerable victim; Hostility towards a minority group / homophobic / sexual orientation / transgender identity; Sadistic conduct; Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) / Asperger Syndrome (AS)