Brian McKillop was jailed for life today for the horrific attack on James Britton.
A drunk teenager who murdered a stranger on a night out for his 18th birthday has been given a life sentence.A judge heard how Mr Britton was repeatedly kicked and stamped on until he lost consciousness.The High Court in Glasgow previously heard how Mr McKillop - who was nicknamed Moose by friends - was rushed to the city’s Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where he died on November 4, 2021.
The judge had earlier heard from defence advocate Ronnie Renucci KC about how McKillop’s memory of the attack was “hazy” due to him consuming drink and drugs.Passing sentence, Lord Beckett told McKillop - who observed proceedings via video link from the Young Offenders Institute in Polmont, Stirlingshire - that he would have to serve a minimum of 11 years and three months before he’d be eligible for parole.
“His family are devastated by their loss. I have read a statement from his brother explaining the impact that his death has had on the family.” Prosecutor Kath Harper told how McKillop had spent that day with family and friends at a local pub celebrating his birthday.But, around 30 minutes later, he was out in Farmeloan Road, Rutherglen assaulting Mr Britton.
Passing sentence, Lord Beckett said he had to take into account sentencing guidelines concerning young people which states that people under 25 are immature, but have a better chance of rehabilitation.
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