A man who stabbed his partner to death after she broke up with him has been found guilty of murder following a trial.
Leon Murray, 35, killed his girlfriend Keisha Christodoulou the day after she told him she no longer wanted to be with him, Wood Green Crown Court decided this week.
Murray travelled to their flat in Tanner’s Hill, Deptford on November 1, 2022, and stabbed her 17 times.
He then changed his clothes and went to pick up their six-year-old daughter from school.
On arrival, he told a member of staff that “it is done” and that he had “ended” Ms Christodoulou.
Staff quickly called 999, as did Murray, informing the police of his actions.
Despite his admission, he pleaded not guilty due to diminished responsibility.
However, the jury accepted the prosecution’s argument that Murray had no substantial impairment of his responsibility and was fully aware of his actions.
He will be sentenced at the same court on Monday.
Detective Inspector Adam Clifton, who led the investigation, said: “Murray’s horrific response to Keisha deciding to end their relationship is as senseless as it is selfish.
“Throughout the investigation and trial, Murray has tried to paint himself as a victim.
“The verdict of the jury shows that they rejected this.”
DI Clifton added: “The level of violence used in the attack is utterly shocking and our thoughts remain with Keisha’s family and friends, particularly her three young children whose lives will never be the same.
“Tackling violence against women is one of our top priorities and we will continue in our efforts to bring dangerous perpetrators like Murray to justice. I would encourage anyone suffering domestic abuse to seek support.”
