Man Found Guilty of Murdering Ex-Fiancée at Luxury Surrey Hotel
Overview
James Cartright, 61, was convicted by a jury on Thursday of killing Samantha Mickleburgh, 54, whose body was discovered at Pennyhill Park Hotel in Bagshot in April 2024.

The case drew widespread attention due to the luxury setting of the crime and the couple’s previously high-profile relationship.
Full details of the trial and sentencing are expected to follow as the court continues proceedings.
Police have not yet released a formal statement following the guilty verdict, but further updates will be issued as sentencing approaches.
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