Son, 51, Found Guilty of Murdering His Dementia-Suffering Mum in Peckham
Steffon Hewitt, 51, from Blake’s Road, Peckham, has been convicted of murdering his 68-year-old mother, Vanita Nowell. The grim verdict came after a trial at Isleworth Crown Court.
Tragic Scene at Peckham Home
The shocking attack happened in March 2020. Emergency services were called to Hewitt’s home after he reported finding his mother unconscious on the bathroom floor. Despite paramedics’ desperate efforts, Vanita was pronounced dead at the scene.
Blame Game Fails as Evidence Speaks
Hewitt initially blamed his mother’s death on her dementia and alleged frequent falls. But a thorough police investigation and forensic analysis told a different story. The injuries were too severe and inconsistent with accidental falls—pointing to a brutal, deliberate assault.
Callous Son’s Lies Exposed
Detective Constable Nick Stocking revealed Hewitt’s attempts to mislead police and shift blame throughout the inquiry. The evidence painted a chilling picture of a son who showed no remorse, causing the heartbreaking and untimely death of his own mother.
