Perth man who killed partner sentenced to life in prison, bringing closure to family.

Attention: This story contains sensitive content as it involves the name and images of a deceased Indigenous person. A tragic incident has taken place in Perth, where a man with a history of domestic violence has been convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. Christopher Dimer, under the influence of meth and cannabis, fatally stabbed his 26-year-old partner, Shauna Lee Rose Headland, with a kitchen knife in 2022. The court proceedings revealed that Dimer had been using drugs throughout the day leading up to the incident.

As the verdict was announced, emotions ran high outside the courtroom as Headland's loved ones were relieved to know that the man responsible for her death would be behind bars for at least 20 years. Headland's mother, while still overwhelmed, expressed gratitude for the outcome, saying, "I am happy that my baby can finally rest in peace."

Dimer, 42, claimed in court that he was trying to catch a falling knife that was being used to hold up a makeshift curtain. However, he was arrested just 30 minutes after the incident, found hiding in a nearby bush. The judge, in a scathing statement, referred to the stabbing as a "senseless attack on a vulnerable woman." Headland's brother remembered her as a loving and kind soul, who unfortunately did not get the chance to become a mother.

In a letter read by his defense lawyer, Dimer expressed remorse and offered a sincere apology for his actions. He acknowledged that he had made a grave mistake and had been regretting it ever since. However, the court case had also been traumatic for him. This incident was not Dimer's first offense, as he had a history of domestic violence, with two previous incidents involving Headland and another involving an ex-partner where he pushed them into oncoming traffic while in a wheelchair.

Headland's cousin spoke up, reminding everyone that no one has the right to take a woman's life. She urged anyone in need of help to seek it, as there are resources available. For support, readers can reach out to Lifeline at 13 11 14 or Beyond Blue at 1300 22 4636. The National Sexual Assault, Domestic Family Violence Counselling Service at 1800RESPECT is also available for those seeking help. Let us all remember Shauna Lee Rose Headland and learn from this tragic incident to stand against domestic violence.

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