'Cocaine-fulled' man jailed after killing father
He was jailed yesterday.
Last updated 3rd Aug 2024
A man who murdered his father after mistaking him for an intruder in Nottinghamshrie has been jailed for life.
53 year old Peter McGarry had binged on cocaine and alcohol before attacking the 76 year old in Sutton-in-Ashfield last year.
Police officers found Malcolm McGarry unconscious in the living room with severe head and facial injuries.
He will serve a minimum custodial term of 14 years and 123 days - reflecting the time he has already spent in custody.
Following the sentencing, Detective Chief Inspector Clare Dean said:
“Malcolm McGarry was killed in a truly horrific manner, in his own home, by his own son.
“It was a brutal and senseless murder that left his fiancée and other family members completely devastated.
“I would like to offer my condolences to them following his untimely death and my thoughts remain with them.
“While today’s outcome can never ease their pain, I hope the conclusion of these court proceedings brings them some degree of comfort."