A DATE has been set for the sentencing of a man who murdered a 'caring and thoughtful' father from Andover.
Justin Griffith, 42, stood trial in Winchester Crown Court for seven weeks, accused of murdering Sean Ember, a 35-year-old father from Andover, who was stabbed on November 29 last year, in Arcaro Road - a crime which he denied committing.
On Friday, June 20, after deliberating for nearly 13 hours, the jury came back with the unanimous verdict that Griffith was guilty of murder.
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On the day of the verdict, Judge Angela Morris said it would be "premature" to sentence Griffith on the day and would decide a date for his sentencing hearing in due course.
Now, a date for his sentencing hearing has been confirmed for August 22 at Winchester Crown Court.
Detective Inspector Howard Broadribb, senior investigator for the case, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Sean Ember who was tragically killed by Griffith.
“Today’s verdict is a reflection of the commitment of a large number of police officers and staff who worked tirelessly to investigate this incident and bring a case to the Crown Prosecution Service.
"The collective efforts of all involved in seeking justice for Sean and his family have now resulted in the man responsible for his murder being convicted.”
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