February 13th 2025.
According to reports, Graham Richardson showed no signs of remorse after he killed a dog. The incident involved his wife's miniature Yorkshire Terrier, Wilma, who he drowned in a pond. What's even more shocking is the nonchalant attitude he displayed after the heinous act. As his wife cried hysterically upon finding Wilma's body, Graham calmly rolled a cigarette and callously uttered the words, "dog bites, dog dies."
The events leading up to this tragedy started when Graham took Wilma to the garden in the darkness. Startled by a sudden movement, Wilma nipped Graham's nose, causing a small cut. Enraged, Graham decided that Wilma had to go. He then took her to the pond and held her underwater until she drowned. Later that night, after consuming more alcohol, Graham woke up and continued drinking in bed. It was only when his wife couldn't find Wilma and discovered her body outside in a plastic bag that she realized something was wrong.
As she confronted Graham about what he had done, he callously repeated his earlier words, "the dog bites, the dog dies." His wife immediately called the police, and officers arrived at their home in the early hours of the morning.
Wilma, the three-year-old pup, was a beloved family pet. Graham, who was 63 years old and unemployed, had a history of 14 previous convictions but none for animal cruelty. However, his employment as an undertaker with the Co-op was terminated after this incident. During the court proceedings, the prosecutor revealed that Wilma's body was found soaking wet and covered in algae, indicating that she was drowned in the pond.
Despite the severity of his actions, Graham was given a suspended sentence of six months and was ordered to undergo mental health treatment. He was also banned from owning or keeping a dog for five years. The judge acknowledged that this was a "brief, violent inexplicable overreaction" that had "extreme consequences." Graham's wife also expressed shock and confusion over his behavior, stating that it was very unusual for him to act in such a manner.
In a statement, she shared the devastating impact that this incident has had on her life. Losing Wilma, who was not just a pet but also a great companion, has been incredibly difficult for her to process. She still can't believe that Graham, someone she thought would never harm an animal, could do something like this. However, she also mentioned that the couple has reconciled and are back living together.
In court, Graham's lawyer acknowledged that his behavior was "absolutely appalling" and had caused long-term effects on his wife and other family members. He also admitted that there was no excuse for his actions, and it was an "appalling act" that was inexplicable. However, he did mention that Graham was genuinely remorseful and has since stopped drinking alcohol, has been seeking help from a crisis team, and has started taking medication.
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