Stalker jailed for murdering ex-girlfriend
Summary
Yurii Muzyka was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 30 years for murdering his ex-girlfriend, Halyna Hoisan, in her home in south London. Muzyka stalked Hoisan using a hidden tracker, attacked her with a knife in front of their young daughter, and was found guilty after a trial at the Old Bailey court.Key Facts
- Yurii Muzyka stabbed his ex-girlfriend, Halyna Hoisan, six times in her flat in Greenwich, south London, in August last year.
- Muzyka used a tracker hidden in their daughter's scooter to follow Hoisan.
- Hoisan had secured a non-molestation order against Muzyka due to previous violence and harassment.
- Their three-year-old daughter was at home during the attack.
- Investigators found Muzyka had researched spyware, masks, knives, and human anatomy to plan the attack.
- After the attack, Muzyka took photos of Hoisan as she lay dying and then tried to harm himself.
- The court sentenced Muzyka to life imprisonment with at least 30 years before possible release.
- The judge said Muzyka's actions were driven by jealousy and a desire to control Hoisan after their breakup.
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