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Woman found guilty of killing sister in London flat and taking her diamond-encrusted Rolex watch

Woman found guilty of killing sister in London flat and taking her diamond-encrusted Rolex watch

Summary

A woman named Nancy Pexton was found guilty of killing her sister, Jennifer Abbott, in their London flat last year. Pexton stabbed Abbott multiple times, took her expensive Rolex watch, and left her body in the flat for three days before being arrested.

Key Facts

  • Nancy Pexton, 70 years old, was convicted of murdering her sister Jennifer Abbott on June 10, 2024.
  • Abbott, a 69-year-old US citizen and film director, was stabbed 10 times and left dead in her Camden flat for three days.
  • Pexton took Abbott’s diamond-encrusted gold Rolex watch, a gift from Abbott’s son, and it was later found in Pexton’s possession.
  • Abbott was last seen on camera walking her dog on the morning of the murder. Pexton called her by phone shortly after and then visited her flat.
  • A neighbor forced entry into the flat after hearing no response and seeing concern from family members.
  • Evidence showed a history of anger and conflict between the sisters, including threatening messages and notes from Pexton about harming Abbott.
  • Pexton denied the crime, did not testify, and appeared in court via video from prison.
  • Sentencing was postponed after the guilty verdict.
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