A man who stabbed his former partner nine times with four different knives has been found guilty of attempting to murder her.
Liam Davis, of Hartcliffe, Bristol, repeatedly stabbed his former partner Jodie at an address in the Southmead area of Bristol in April.
The 26-year-old admitted GBH and denied attempted murder at a trial at Bristol Crown Court but was found guilty by a jury today (Thursday, September 29).
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Davis was remanded in custody pending a sentencing hearing which will be held on a future date.
Before stabbing his former partner, Davis slapped Jodie and pulled her hair following an argument, the jury was told.
Neighbours heard the incident take place and found Jodie collapsed outside on the pavement where they provided first aid until the emergency services arrived.
Davis then drove to a relative’s address where he told them that he thought he killed her.
He then turned up at Broadbury Road Police Station where he was then arrested.
Investigating officer David Nicholls said: “During the trial, Davis claimed he’d been depressed and reacted to Jodie pulling at his top during an argument.
“He admitted trying to cause her harm but denied trying to kill her.
“It was clear from the fact he used four knives and directed his attacks at both her chest and throat that he wasn’t simply trying to cause her injury.
“Thankfully, Jodie has made a full physical recovery. Knowing the offender was a former partner, someone who she once had a relationship with, is however something more difficult to come to terms with.
“She has shown tremendous bravery in standing up in court and giving evidence against Davis and I hope his conviction provides her with some form of closure.”
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