Police praise public for help with Louth double murder investigation
A man's being sentenced today for the stabbing of a mum and her 9-year-old son
Last updated 2nd Feb 2022
Lincolnshire Police have said help from the public was essential in their investigation into the murders of a mum and her son in Louth last year.
Daniel Boulton, of Alexandra Road in Skegness, walked 28 miles from the town to Louth, before stabbing 26-year-old Bethany Vincent and 9-year-old DJ last May.
The 30-year-old then led officers on a 24 hour manhunt.
At Lincoln Crown Court, Boulton admitted the manslaughter of his former girlfriend and her son, but denied their murder.
He also entered a guilty plea to assault with intent to resist arrest and burglary.
Following a trial, the jury found him guilty of both murders.
Detective Inspector Andy McWatt, from Lincolnshire police, said help from outside the force was vital.
"We were inundated with witnesses sightings and people coming forward to help the investigation to plot him up around Louth.
"All that evidence combined really helped us narrow down the facts of what the jury had to deal with."
He also praised the strength of Bethany and DJ's family.
"I would like to pay tribute to the family who have been absolutely full of courage and dignity right from the start of the investigation.
"When I first met them, one of the first questions they asked me was what they could do to support the investigation.
"They've never waived from that support for the investigation and I'd like to truly thank them for that."