Hassan Sentamu, 18, was sentenced to 23 years in prison for the murder of 15-year-old Elianne Andam, who was killed over a dispute regarding a teddy bear. Sentamu, who had a history of violence, stabbed Elianne in a public setting, shocking witnesses. He claimed autism impaired his self-control but was found guilty of murder. The judge highlighted the senselessness of the act and the loss of Elianne's potential, as she aspired to be a human rights lawyer. Elianne's mother delivered a heart-wrenching victim statement expressing her enduring pain and loss.
Elianne Andam was a vibrant and creative young woman, tragically murdered by Hassan Sentamu over a dispute involving a teddy bear, highlighting the senseless violence of the act.
Hassan Sentamu, found guilty of murder, claimed his autism limited his self-control, but the court emphasized that Elianne’s life and potential were extinguished by his actions.
Mrs Justice Cheema-Grubb noted that Elianne would never fulfill her dreams of becoming a human rights lawyer, stressing the loss of potential and the permanence of her age at death.
Elianne's mother, Dorcas, expressed profound grief, stating that her daughter lived life fully, making each day treasured for her family and friends.
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