Alan Baker, aged 56 and from Cramlington, has been found guilty of murdering his wife, Christine, and has received a life prison sentence.
The fatal incident took place at their residence on Byrness Row in Cramlington, where Christine, who was 52 years old, was discovered deceased in the early hours of April 29.
During a court hearing in July, Baker admitted to the murder, and Newcastle Crown Court mandated a minimum term of 13 years before eligibility for parole.
The case garnered significant media coverage due to its focus on domestic violence, with police responding to the scene following the tragic event.
The judicial decision resulted in a life sentence for Baker, underscoring the gravity of the crime and the legal consequences of domestic homicide.
Court Outcome
Conviction and Sentencing Details
Sentenced
Detected legal outcome
y hours of April 29. During a court hearing in July, Baker admitted to the murder, and Newcastle Crown Court mandated a minimum term of 13 years before eligibility for parole. The case garnered significant media coverage due to its focus...
Life or indeterminate sentence
13 years
During a court hearing in July, Baker admitted to the murder, and Newcastle Crown Court mandated a minimum term of 13 years before eligibility for parole
Life or indeterminate sentence
life
The judicial decision resulted in a life sentence for Baker, underscoring the gravity of the crime and the legal consequences of domestic homicide
