Nina Ellin KC successfully prosecutes in manslaughter case after man kills pensioner outside his flat

October 30, 2024

Nina Ellin KC prosecuted and Danny Moore (led by Ian Henderson KC) defended Ajay Porter for the murder of a pensioner outside his flat. The defendant fatally stabbed the victim over 6 times following a dispute between the two of them. Following defence submissions, the partial defence of loss of control was left to the jury and the defendant was convicted of manslaughter. He was sentenced to an extended sentence of 20 years, comprising 16 years custodial term plus an extension of 4 years.

https://www.kentonline.co.uk/dover/news/dad-of-five-jailed-for-16-years-after-knifing-loving-and-ki-314978/

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd0gz7yxlrzo