Axe Killer Kieran Oldham Mows Down Friend Liam Richardson in Brutal Attack
Kieran Oldham unleashed a “horrific and sustained” axe attack that killed 21-year-old Liam Richardson in October 2022. The shocking murder has stunned the local community.
Victim Stayed as Guest — Friendship Turns Deadly
Oldham, 37, from Industry Road, had Liam staying with him. The pair were believed to be friends, but evidence revealed Liam was bullied by Oldham. The attack was no accident.
“Oldham violently killed Liam and then left him at his home before going on a rampage nearby,” said police.
Chaos After the Killing: Attacks and Damage
- After the murder, Oldham fled the scene.
- He damaged a parked car nearby with an iron bar on Gale Street.
- A 17-year-old witnessed this and confronted Oldham — who then struck him with the bar.
- Police arrived shortly after and arrested Oldham on suspicion of murder.
Post-Mortem Confirms Axe Was Fatal Weapon
The Home Office post-mortem confirmed Liam died from multiple injuries caused by the axe found at the scene.
Despite initially staying silent, Oldham later spun a tale claiming a gang chased him and Liam, blaming them for the attack.
Evidence Overwhelms Oldham’s Lies
“Oldham’s story was disproven by the Major Incident Team. His claim of diminished responsibility was rejected. Prosecutors proved he intended to kill Liam,” said investigators.
One victim’s brave 999 call, crucial evidence, helped police track Oldham down after his bloody spree.
The community now hopes justice brings some peace to Liam’s family after this brutal, senseless killing.
