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Steve Wright given 40 years for Victoria Hall murder

Steve Wright given 40 years for Victoria Hall murder

Summary

Steve Wright, a serial killer, received a 40-year sentence for the kidnap and murder of 17-year-old Victoria Hall in 1999, and the attempted kidnap of another woman. Wright is already serving a life sentence for earlier crimes. He recently admitted these charges in court.

Key Facts

  • Steve Wright was sentenced to 40 years for crimes committed more than 25 years ago.
  • He kidnapped and killed Victoria Hall, a 17-year-old schoolgirl, in 1999.
  • Wright also tried to kidnap another woman, Emily Doherty, but she escaped.
  • Wright is already serving a life sentence for the murder of five women in 2006.
  • He admitted to the 1999 crimes in court for the first time.
  • The attacks took place in Felixstowe, Suffolk, and Victoria's body was found five days later.
  • The judge noted the new sentence wouldn't change Wright's situation due to his life term.
  • Wright showed no emotion during his sentencing.
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