Woman Jailed Nearly Five Years for Killing Partner in Langley Mill
A woman has been locked up for four years and nine months after stabbing her partner to death in Langley Mill this April. Police rushed to a flat on Frost Avenue in the early hours of April 3 and found 33-year-old Craig Morse with a fatal stab wound.
Tonia Crabtree Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter
Tonia Crabtree, 29, from Frost Avenue, appeared at Derby Crown Court this morning. Originally charged with murder, she admitted to manslaughter following Craig’s tragic death.
Investigation Brings Some Closure to the Family
“Firstly, I would like to acknowledge the dignity and courage shown by Craig’s loving family during the course of this investigation,” said Detective Chief Inspector Sally Blaiklock, who led the case. “Our thoughts are with Craig’s parents, siblings, and loved ones, who have been left with a hole that no sentence can fill.”
“This has been a difficult case, and our team has worked tirelessly to bring it to a close. We hope today’s sentencing helps Craig’s family find some peace as they come to terms with their loss.”
