A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the "frenzied and cowardly" murder of model Luke Harden in a brutal street attack that shocked the local community.
Bhekisani Matabiswana was found guilty of killing Mr Harden in an unprovoked assault that left the victim with fatal injuries. The court heard how Matabiswana launched the savage attack before attempting to flee the country.
His bid to escape the UK triggered a manhunt by police, who eventually apprehended him and brought him back to face trial. Legal experts often view such flight attempts as admissions of guilt.
The case has brought some closure to Luke Harden's family and friends, who have endured months of grief since losing their loved one to street violence. The judge's sentencing sends a clear message about the severe penalties awaiting those who commit such violent crimes.
The murder has resonated throughout the modelling community and highlighted ongoing concerns about public safety and random violence on Britain's streets. Mr Harden's death serves as a stark reminder of how quickly lives can be destroyed by senseless acts of brutality.
Source: Court proceedings