Sentence
Logan Macphail
Logan Macphail (aged 19) was sentenced at Newcastle-upon-Tyne Crown Court on 1 November 2024 to 17 Years - Life for Murder and 4 other offences. The offences, what the court heard and the sentence passed.
- Court
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Crown Court
- Sentenced
- 1 November 2024
- Sentence
- 17 Years - Life
- Judge
- Mr Justice Hilliard
- Convicted on
- Conviction After Trial
3 offences
| Offence | Sentence |
|---|---|
| Murder | Custodial immediate, 17 Years Life |
| Unlawfully and maliciously wounding or causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent | Custodial immediate, 5 Years |
| Possession of a knife in a public place without lawful authority or reasonable excuse (sentencing - Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006) | No separate Penalty |
What the court heard
He was found guilty of murder and wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm (GBH) in Hexham, Northumberland, on 27 January 2023. He pleaded guilty to possessing a knife in a public place. Sentencing Remarks
Aggravating and mitigating factors
Age / Youth and immaturity of the offender; Planned / Premeditated / Degree of Planning IQ / Learning difficulties; Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) / Asperger Syndrome (AS)