Death penalty introduced after Antigua honeymoon murders

[13 August 2008]

The death penalty will be introduced in Antigua for crimes involving weapons, following the violent murder of honeymoon couple Ben and Catherine Mullany.

The new legislation will be introduced for anyone who uses a gun or knife that results in death or serious injury. The current law states that criminals can spend a maximum of 25 years in prison for assault with a weapon that does not result in death. The inquest into the deaths of the Mullanys is also due to be opened. Several people have been questioned in connection with the murders, but no arrests have been made. Furnerals for the couple can only be arranged once the inquest has been adjourned. Three forensic staff from the Metropolitan Police have been sent to Antigua to assist in the case. There are now 8 British officers on the island.

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