Stephen Lawton Stabs Partner in Neck

A former soldier, Stephen Lawton, 45, has been locked up for a minimum of 16 years and 158 days after being found guilty of murdering his partner, Michelle Egge-Bailey.

The horrific attack took place at their flat on Airedale Avenue, Cottingley, Bradford earlier this year.

Lost Control After Drinking Session

Bradford Crown Court heard how Lawton lost control and stabbed the 54-year-old woman on March 11, following a drinking session where Michelle drank prosecco and Lawton drank lager.

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