Brutal Axe Attack: Kieran Oldham Kills Friend Liam Richardson
Kieran Oldham launched a horrific axe attack that left 21-year-old Liam Richardson dead in October 2022. The savage assault was described as both brutal and sustained.
Victim Was Staying at Attackers’ Home
Oldham, born 16/11/1985 and living on Industry Road, was housing Liam at the time. The pair were believed to be friends, though evidence suggests Liam was bullied by Oldham before the murder.
Oldham’s Lies Exposed by Police
“Oldham violently killed Liam and left his body at the address, then went on to commit further crimes nearby before being caught,” investigators revealed. Despite Oldham’s attempts to fabricate stories, police disproved every claim, including his plea of diminished responsibility.
“The prosecution proved beyond doubt that Oldham intended to kill Liam,” a spokesman confirmed. “We hope today’s sentence provides some solace to Liam’s family.”
Fleeing and Further Mayhem
- A 999 call was made by one of the victims, but Oldham fled the scene before officers arrived.
- He then rampaged on Gale Street, smashing a parked car with an iron bar.
- A 17-year-old eyewitness tried to confront Oldham but was struck with the bar.
- Police soon arrested Oldham on suspicion of murder.
Forensic Evidence Seals Oldham’s Fate
A Home Office post-mortem concluded Liam died from multiple axe wounds. The murder weapon was recovered at the scene. Initially silent, Oldham offered a false tale claiming a gang had attacked them, but this was swiftly debunked by the Major Incident Team.
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