Man admits killing Sophie Moss in Darlington by choking her

Sam Pybus, who pleaded guilty today. Credit: Durham Contabulary

A man has admitted killing a woman by choking her at a house in Darlington. 

Sam Pybus, 31, has admitted the manslaughter of 33 year old Sophie Moss.

Sophie Moss, who died in February. Credit: Family handout

She was found in a critical condition at a property in Glaisdale Court on the morning of Sunday, February 7 and was pronounced dead on arrival at hospital. 

Pybus pleaded guilty at Teesside Crown Court today and he will be sentenced on September 7.