Judge Simon Mayo KC emphasized that the defendant acted in a moment of anger, clarifying that there was no premeditation involved in the stabbing of Kacey Clarke. He acknowledged the genuine remorse expressed by the defendant, stating, "I accept you did not plan to stab her and that your decision to do so was formed in the moments before you did so." This highlights the impulsive nature of the crime.
The emotional impact of the stabbing was articulated through the victim's uncle, Steve Armstrong, who expressed the profound loss felt by Kacey's family: "her death has left an immense hole in our hearts and in our lives." This statement underscores the lasting consequences of such acts of violence on families and communities.
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