Swindon man found guilty of murdering uncle
It happened on Wesbourne Court in February.
A Swindon man's been found guilty of murdering his uncle - after hitting his head repeatedly against a wall in an unprovoked attack.
A jury's concluded 32 year old Grant Walker from Faringdon Road killed Terry Ricketts - who was 53 - at a house on Wesbourne Court in February.
Walker's been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing in October.
Following today’s verdict, Senior Investigating Officer Detective Inspector Debbie Hatch said: “First and foremost, my condolences go out to Terry’s family and loved ones.
“I’d like to thank them for their support and co-operation throughout this investigation and I hope this guilty verdict will bring an element of closure.
“On the evening in question, Terry should have been safe in his home enjoying an evening with his family, but was instead subjected to a vicious and violent unprovoked assault by his nephew which has sadly resulted in him losing his life.
“Terry was clearly a much-loved member of a family who will be forever missed.
“I’d also like to thank all the officers who responded to the incident and who have assisted with the investigation since, which has led to this conviction.”