His victim had 77 injuries - including 29 stab wounds.
A TOP cop has spoken out after a man was given a life sentence today for murdering a woman his wife suspected he was having an affair with.
Detective Inspector Fraser Spence said he hoped the conviction would bring"a degree of closure" to Lauren Wilson's family and friends. We previously reported how Craig Walker, 41, left Ms Wilson with 77 injuries - including 29 stab wounds - during the horror attack at his flat in Renfrew on May 26, 2021.Mr Walker, who is an ex-Scotland and Great Britain hockey player, was sentenced to at least 21 years behind bars today following a trial at the High Court in Glasgow.
Mr Spence, senior investigating officer, said:"This was a brutal attack that has left Lauren's family absolutely devastated and our thoughts remain with them at this extremely difficult time. "While nothing can change what has happened, I hope that this conviction brings at least a degree of closure for her relatives and friends."He callously took Lauren's life, showing complete disregard for her and her family."I would like to thank Lauren’s family, friends and those in the wider community who helped officers during this difficult enquiry."
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