A man who brutally attacked and killed an 87-year-old man as he travelled home on his mobility scooter in west London has been brought to justice

Grace Turner

Published: 11:04 pm April 29, 2024

Updated: 11:49 am October 8, 2025

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Lee Byer, 45 of Allenby Avenue, Southall was swiftly arrested by officers following a public appeal following the incident in August 2022.

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He pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of Thomas O’Halloran on the grounds of diminished responsibility and possession of an offensive weapon on Monday, 29 April.

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