Man found guilty of murdering 21-year-old partner in Derbyshire flat
He killed her by slamming her head on their floor after an argument
A man has been found guilty of murdering his partner by slamming her head on the floor of their Derbyshire home after an argument on their first anniversary.
The incident happened on February 17 2024 at their flat in Greenhill Lane, Riddings.
Kain Tailby pinned Christine Everett-Hickson, known as Chrissie, t the ground before hitting her head on the floor a number of times.
Neighbours described hearing loud bangs, before silence.
After Tailby called 999, Chrissie was rushed to hospital where they found she had suffered a number of skull fractures and a traumatic brain injury.
The 21-year-old died five days later.
After being charged with murder, the 31-year-old, of Greenhill Lane, Riddings, admitted manslaughter but denied intentionally killing Chrissie.
However, yesterday (26 March) he was found guilty of murder by a jury after a trial at Derby Crown Court on.
Tailby will be sentenced at the same court on Friday 28 March.
Detective Constable Jonathan Reeves, who was part of the team that worked to bring Tailby to justice, said: “What should have been a celebratory evening for a young couple turned into tragedy when Tailby, by his own admission, overreacted enormously to what had been a minor dispute between the pair.
“He must have known that the force with which he assaulted Chrissie on that night could cause her serious injury or worse - yet he still chose to behave in this way for reasons only he knows.
“Chrissie had her whole life ahead of her, but it was so cruelly taken away by the mindless violence inflicted by Tailby.
“My thoughts remain with Chrissie’s devastated family who continue to grieve for her and deal with their devastating loss.
“While we hadn’t received any previous reports of any violence or domestic abuse between Chrissie and Tailby, we know that many people often suffer in silence – sometimes for many years.
“If you or anyone you know is living with domestic abuse, please reach out for help. We will listen without judgement and support you throughout.”