Serial killer guilty of murder
Serial killer Steven Grieveson has been convicted of the murder of schoolboy Simon Martin and faces his fourth life sentence.
Serial killer Steven Grieveson has been convicted of the murder of schoolboy Simon Martin and faces his fourth life sentence.
The parents of murdered schoolboy Simon Martin have released a statement about the conviction of their son's killer, Steven Grieveson.
"Today is the end of a long journey for us, which will finally give us closure.
"I would like to thank Northumbria Police and all those who have worked on this case to get today’s decision.
"It has been a traumatic and life changing experience for all the families involved.
"Now Grieveson could spend the rest of his days behind bars.
"No other family should have to lose a son and suffer the heartache we have had to endure."
"I would personally like to thank the local community for their amazing donations of food, toiletries and clothing. "
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