A judge has retired to deliberate the verdict in the case of a second teenager charged in the fatal stabbing of British woman Emma Lovell, 41, who was killed during a break-in at her Brisbane home on Boxing Day 2022.
Lovell, a mother of two, confronted two intruders, resulting in a violent altercation that left her fatally stabbed and her husband, Lee Lovell, injured.
The case involves a 17-year-old defendant who, although not accused of physically harming Lovell, faces serious charges for allegedly participating in the armed break-in that led to her death. The first teen involved admitted to the murder earlier this year and was sentenced to 14 years in prison.
During the recent judge-only trial, the court heard arguments regarding the second defendant’s awareness of the knife carried by his co-accused. The prosecution contended that the teen shares liability for Lovell’s murder, as he entered the home with intent to commit a crime that could endanger lives. However, the defense argued that the defendant was unaware of the knife and had no intent to cause harm.
Justice Michael Copley, presiding over the trial, is expected to deliver his verdict by early November, following careful consideration of the teen’s knowledge and intent on the night of the break-in.
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