The mother of Scarlett Vickers, killed by her father, insists it was an accident. Family members support her belief, despite the court’s guilty verdict.
Simon, 50, was found guilty of murder at Teesside Crown Court. He insists it was an accident. The court heard that Scarlett, just 14, suffered a fatal stab wound in their home.
The incident happened on Geneva Road while Sarah, Scarlett’s mother, was cooking. Simon claimed they were just “mucking about” when things went wrong. He admitted to drinking and smoking before the incident.
Despite the conviction, Sarah believes her husband didn’t mean to harm their daughter. Her mother, Elaine, shared that Sarah is struggling with the loss of both Scarlett and Simon.
The jury deliberated for over 13 hours before reaching their verdict. They found Simon guilty, despite his claims that the stabbing was accidental. The family plans to appeal the decision.
Simon is set to be sentenced on February 10. The case has shocked the community, and many are left wondering how such a tragedy could happen.
