Man convicted of murdering ex-girlfriend by stabbing her 17 times after she broke up with him

A man who stabbed his partner to death after she broke up with him has been found guilty of murder following a trial.

Leon Murray, 35, killed his girlfriend Keisha Christodoulou the day after she told him she no longer wanted to be with him, Wood Green Crown Court ruled this week.

Murray went to their apartment in Tanner's Hill, Deptford on November 1, 2022 and stabbed her 17 times.

He then changed clothes and went to pick up their six-year-old daughter from school.

When he arrived, he told a member of staff that “it’s done” and that he had “terminated” Ms Christodoulou.

Staff quickly called 999, as did Murray, informing the police of his actions.

Despite his confession, he pleaded not guilty due to diminished responsibility.

However, the jury accepted the prosecution's argument that Murray had no material impairment and was fully aware of his actions.

He will be sentenced Monday by the same court.

Detective Inspector Adam Clifton, who led the investigation, said: “Murray's horrific response to Keisha's decision to end their relationship is as senseless as it is selfish.

“Throughout the investigation and trial, Murray attempted to portray himself as a victim.

“The jury's verdict shows that it rejected this proposition.”

DI Clifton added: “The level of violence used in the attack is utterly shocking and our thoughts are with Keisha's family and friends, particularly her three young children whose lives will never be the same again .

“Combating violence against women is one of our top priorities and we will continue our efforts to bring dangerous perpetrators like Murray to justice.” I would encourage anyone experiencing domestic violence to seek help.