Peckham Man Jailed for Brutal Murder of His Own Mum
Steffon Hewitt, 51, from Blake’s Road, Peckham, has been locked up for at least 21 years for the savage killing of his 68-year-old mother, Vanita Nowell.
Fury After Horrific Attack Leaves Mother Dead
Hewitt was found guilty of delivering fatal blows that caused a traumatic brain injury, ending Vanita’s life. The grim case, which shook the local community, came to a close with sentencing on April 16.
March 2020 Horror: Man Found Mum Unconscious
- On March 8, 2020, Hewitt called emergency services, claiming he found Vanita unresponsive on their bathroom floor.
- Paramedics rushed to the scene, but Vanita was pronounced dead despite efforts.
- Hewitt insisted he tried CPR, blaming some injuries on that attempt.
But experts quickly shattered that story.
Forensics Reveal Shocking Scale of Abuse
Medical reports uncovered 28 fresh rib fractures, six spine breaks, and widespread bruising. The injuries were far beyond what CPR could cause, showing a sustained, brutal assault. Detective Constable Nick Stocking slammed Hewitt’s cruelty:
“Steffon Hewitt showed no remorse when killing his mother by inflicting significant and extensive injuries, resulting in what would have been a painful death.”
Stocking added Hewitt shamelessly tried to blame his mother’s dementia-related falls for the injuries. But cold hard forensic evidence exposed the truth, sealing Hewitt’s fate.
Community Left Reeling as Justice is Served
The sentencing is a stark warning about the horrors of domestic violence and the need for justice. As Peckham reels, the push to raise awareness and help vulnerable victims grows stronger than ever.
