ITV at 9pm on Thursday for the documentary. I know that’s for Wales , Am not sure if ITV England is showing it so double check for yourselves,
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Yes it is being aired in my region.
I hope tomorrow is VV severe for these creatures.
I hope tomorrow is VV severe for these creatures.
Does anyone think the judge will allow the youth to be named? He has been found guilty of abusing, murdering and disposing of that little boys body so his name and face should not be protected anymore. I also think (my opinion) that UK law on what we are actually told and shown needs to be relaxed. May sound gruesome but the true horrifying nature of these cases need to shock so that we dont turn a blind eye when you see or hear anything that could lead to a child dying in horrifying circumstances.
John Cole hasn’t been brought to court, he’s not due to arrive until around 11.45. The judge has shared her displeasure.
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Link to the hearing live updates
Logan Mwangi's killers jailed for a combined 72 years
Schoolboy Logan Mwangi, five, was found dead in the Ogmore River near Pandy Park in Bridgend last year. His killers have now learned their fates
Link to the hearing live updates
Jesus - it was listed for 9.30.
Came here to see what was going on with sentencing. Needs to be 30+ at a minimum for that pair. I see the boy getting around 16/18.
I agree Lucy.
Sentence handed down at 2pm
The judge will rule on the application to name the youth / slug at 3pm.
I do hope they name him.
The judge will rule on the application to name the youth / slug at 3pm.
I do hope they name him.
Starting point of 30 years in prison, prosecutor says
Turning to the sentencing guidelines prosecutor Caroline Rees QC says all defendants will be subject to life imprisonment with the youth receiving life in a young offenders’ institution.
She suggests the guidelines indicate the starting point for the adult defendants should be 30 years.
Angharad Williamson lets out a small gasp but continues to bow her head.
Describing the seriousness of the case prosecutor Caroline Rees QC tells the court: “Logan Mwangiwas only five years old and was of particularly tender years.” Mrs Justice Jefford said Logan was 3ft 5in tall and weighed 3st 1lb.
The prosecutor continued: “Logan was physically and emotionally vulnerable at the time of his death, particularly those days leading up to his death when he had Covid and was isolated in his room.
“Both adult defendants were in a position of trust as his stepfather John Cole and his biological mother Angharad Williamson. These are people who Logan should have been able to trust, not kill him in the way they did in this case.
“The murderous assault on Logan involved extreme and forceful impact to cause internal injuries of those expected in a high-velocity road traffic collision or fall from great height.”
She reminded the court that as well as head and abdomen injuries, Logan sustained 56 sets of injuries.
Turning to the sentencing guidelines prosecutor Caroline Rees QC says all defendants will be subject to life imprisonment with the youth receiving life in a young offenders’ institution.
She suggests the guidelines indicate the starting point for the adult defendants should be 30 years.
Angharad Williamson lets out a small gasp but continues to bow her head.
Describing the seriousness of the case prosecutor Caroline Rees QC tells the court: “Logan Mwangiwas only five years old and was of particularly tender years.” Mrs Justice Jefford said Logan was 3ft 5in tall and weighed 3st 1lb.
The prosecutor continued: “Logan was physically and emotionally vulnerable at the time of his death, particularly those days leading up to his death when he had Covid and was isolated in his room.
“Both adult defendants were in a position of trust as his stepfather John Cole and his biological mother Angharad Williamson. These are people who Logan should have been able to trust, not kill him in the way they did in this case.
“The murderous assault on Logan involved extreme and forceful impact to cause internal injuries of those expected in a high-velocity road traffic collision or fall from great height.”
She reminded the court that as well as head and abdomen injuries, Logan sustained 56 sets of injuries.
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Ben's impact statement is really sad 
Prosecution say youth should be locked up for more than 12 years
In relation to the youth defendant prosecutor Caroline Rees QC said the minimum tariff would be one of 12 years but due to the features of the perverting the course of justice charge she suggested there should be a “significant uplift” due to the increasing seriousness.
Cole had 'intent to cause serious harm rather than intent to kill', says barrister
In mitigation for John Cole his barrister David Elias QC said he did not wish to “minimise the anguish caused to all those affected by the death of Logan”.
He said the judge should take into account there was intent to cause serious harm rather than an intent to kill.
The barrister added that Cole pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice and made admissions in his police interview.
Barrister calls for 15 years for Williamson rather than 30
Peter Rouch QC, mitigating on behalf of Angharad Williamson, said he believed there should be a starting point of 15 years in jail for her rather than 30 years. He said the judge may think there was an intention to cause really serious injury rather than kill.
He also referred to Williamson having only one previous conviction.
The barrister said that prior to April 2019 "all the evidence demonstrates Angharad Williamson and Logan had a very loving and caring mother and son relationship". But he added: “In April 2019 John Cole came into their lives. My observation is if that hadn’t happened Logan would not have lost his life and Angharad Williamson would not now be standing as a convicted murderer facing a sentence of life imprisonment.”
Williamson cries in the dock but is not making a sound.
Youth defendant 'younger in some ways than his age'
John Hipkin QC, on behalf of the youth, makes reference to his client’s age. He was 13 at the time of the murder and is 14 years old now.
He said the defendant suffers from neuro-developmental disorders and psychosocial difficulties which has affected him cognitively, emotionally, and developmentally.
The barrister said: “This is a youth defendant younger in some ways than his chronological age.”
Sentencing to take place shortly
Mrs Justice Jefford has risen and will sentence at 12.45pm. The court is cleared in the meantime
In relation to the youth defendant prosecutor Caroline Rees QC said the minimum tariff would be one of 12 years but due to the features of the perverting the course of justice charge she suggested there should be a “significant uplift” due to the increasing seriousness.
Cole had 'intent to cause serious harm rather than intent to kill', says barrister
In mitigation for John Cole his barrister David Elias QC said he did not wish to “minimise the anguish caused to all those affected by the death of Logan”.
He said the judge should take into account there was intent to cause serious harm rather than an intent to kill.
The barrister added that Cole pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice and made admissions in his police interview.
Barrister calls for 15 years for Williamson rather than 30
Peter Rouch QC, mitigating on behalf of Angharad Williamson, said he believed there should be a starting point of 15 years in jail for her rather than 30 years. He said the judge may think there was an intention to cause really serious injury rather than kill.
He also referred to Williamson having only one previous conviction.
The barrister said that prior to April 2019 "all the evidence demonstrates Angharad Williamson and Logan had a very loving and caring mother and son relationship". But he added: “In April 2019 John Cole came into their lives. My observation is if that hadn’t happened Logan would not have lost his life and Angharad Williamson would not now be standing as a convicted murderer facing a sentence of life imprisonment.”
Williamson cries in the dock but is not making a sound.
Youth defendant 'younger in some ways than his age'
John Hipkin QC, on behalf of the youth, makes reference to his client’s age. He was 13 at the time of the murder and is 14 years old now.
He said the defendant suffers from neuro-developmental disorders and psychosocial difficulties which has affected him cognitively, emotionally, and developmentally.
The barrister said: “This is a youth defendant younger in some ways than his chronological age.”
Sentencing to take place shortly
Mrs Justice Jefford has risen and will sentence at 12.45pm. The court is cleared in the meantime
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Sentencing about to start very shortly.
Judge returns to court
Mrs Justice Jefford is now back in the courtroom and is about to begin her sentencing remarks. She will then hand down her sentences to each of the three killers of Logan Mwangi
Cole is sentenced
John Cole is sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 29 years before he is eligible for parole.
Logan's mum gets 28 years
Angharad Williamson is sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 28 years. She silently sobs as the sentence is handed down.
Youth is sentenced
The youth defendant is sentenced to life detention with a minimum of 15 years.
Mrs Justice Jefford is now back in the courtroom and is about to begin her sentencing remarks. She will then hand down her sentences to each of the three killers of Logan Mwangi
Cole is sentenced
John Cole is sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 29 years before he is eligible for parole.
Logan's mum gets 28 years
Angharad Williamson is sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 28 years. She silently sobs as the sentence is handed down.
Youth is sentenced
The youth defendant is sentenced to life detention with a minimum of 15 years.
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Good strong sentences.
Now - will the youth be named?
Now - will the youth be named?
A little boy who could light up a room'
Here are Mrs Justice Jefford’s sentencing remarks. She said: “Shortly after 6am on Saturday, July 31, 2021, the lifeless body of Logan Mwangi was found in the River Ogmore near to his home in Sarn. He was five years old and was described by everyone who knew him as a wonderful child. Bright, chatty and artistic. A little boy who could light up a room. There is no word for his death other than it was a tragedy.”
She referred to words of Ben Mwangi who described Logan as “the sweetest and most beautiful boy whose life has been tragically cut short. The world is a colder and darker place without this warm smile and the happy energy with which he lived his life.” She added: “The effect on Ben Mwangi and his family has been devastating.”
Judge says Logan was victim to a 'brutal attack'
The judge addressed the defendants directly as she continued her sentencing remarks.: “You John Cole, Angharad Williamson, and [the youth] were all convicted of Logan’s murder. You have all responsibility for Logan’s death and all the anguish that has followed from it.
“John Cole you pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. Angharad Williamson and [the youth] you were found guilty of this following trial.
“Because he was killed in his own home ait’s not possible to be sure exactly what happened to him. What is very clear is shortly before his death this little boy was subjected to a brutal attack.
“There were 50 external injuries on his body, a blunt force trauma injury to his head, another non-fatal injury caused 36 hours before his death. Elsewhere on his body were injuries consistent with three to four punches to the abdomen and kicks to the rear.
“He suffered substantial internal bleeding. There was a tear to the lower part of the lobe of the liver, a 5cm tear to the right of the small bowel, the duodenum had been torn from the pancreas, and there was a degloving injury to the duodenum. These are the sort of injuries caused by a high-velocity impact or a fall from 10ft but they are consistent with the sort of injuries seen in abused children.”
She said the injuries were indicative of a severe localised blunt force caused by a weapon or object.
The judge added: “To see these injuries on a small, defenceless five-year-old is nothing short of horrifying.”
Here are Mrs Justice Jefford’s sentencing remarks. She said: “Shortly after 6am on Saturday, July 31, 2021, the lifeless body of Logan Mwangi was found in the River Ogmore near to his home in Sarn. He was five years old and was described by everyone who knew him as a wonderful child. Bright, chatty and artistic. A little boy who could light up a room. There is no word for his death other than it was a tragedy.”
She referred to words of Ben Mwangi who described Logan as “the sweetest and most beautiful boy whose life has been tragically cut short. The world is a colder and darker place without this warm smile and the happy energy with which he lived his life.” She added: “The effect on Ben Mwangi and his family has been devastating.”
Judge says Logan was victim to a 'brutal attack'
The judge addressed the defendants directly as she continued her sentencing remarks.: “You John Cole, Angharad Williamson, and [the youth] were all convicted of Logan’s murder. You have all responsibility for Logan’s death and all the anguish that has followed from it.
“John Cole you pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice. Angharad Williamson and [the youth] you were found guilty of this following trial.
“Because he was killed in his own home ait’s not possible to be sure exactly what happened to him. What is very clear is shortly before his death this little boy was subjected to a brutal attack.
“There were 50 external injuries on his body, a blunt force trauma injury to his head, another non-fatal injury caused 36 hours before his death. Elsewhere on his body were injuries consistent with three to four punches to the abdomen and kicks to the rear.
“He suffered substantial internal bleeding. There was a tear to the lower part of the lobe of the liver, a 5cm tear to the right of the small bowel, the duodenum had been torn from the pancreas, and there was a degloving injury to the duodenum. These are the sort of injuries caused by a high-velocity impact or a fall from 10ft but they are consistent with the sort of injuries seen in abused children.”
She said the injuries were indicative of a severe localised blunt force caused by a weapon or object.
The judge added: “To see these injuries on a small, defenceless five-year-old is nothing short of horrifying.”
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I still think that evil little tit should have getting a longer sentence. He will be out before he is 30 having been given the best care and schooling and wrapped in cotton wool and then he will be released with new identity. Not good enough!
Totally agree.
Glad I saw the notifications for this thread I thought the sentencing was tomorrow. I’d have liked to see them get whole life tariffs. Abuse, murder of a child and attempt to conceal the body. Agree with you @Miss Perla but don’t think any of the sentences are good enough.
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Logan's killers 'dehumanised' him
Mrs Justice Jefford speaks about the week leading up to Logan’s death when he was isolated in his room after contracting Covid-19. She said: “The way you treated Logan was extreme. He was kept isolated in his bedroom for 10 days. There was a baby gate which served to keep Logan in and he had no physical contact with his mother. When food was brought to him he was required to turn away.
“At the age of five he was expected to entertain himself with toys and screens all day. This treatment of Logan was cruel and that dehumanised him in the eyes of his parents. Teachers described him as engaging and well-behaved but you described him as badly behaved, naughty, and attention-seeking.
“You punished him by taking away food and made him face a wall for half an hour at a time. Neighbours heard you shouting aggressively and nastily. Angharad Williamson was heard saying: ‘Stop acting like a f****** d***head’ and said he had been ‘running around like an absolute toon’ and sitting on the floor and refusing to get up. In all probability he was already dying and what you described was the presentation of the injuries he received.”
Judge rejected Williamson's claim of seeking help
Mrs Justice Jefford said she did not accept Angharad Williamson’s claim that she sought to get help for son Logan on July 29 following an attack on her son by John Cole and the youth.
Mrs Justice Jefford said: “You described an assault where John Cole punched Logan so he fell back on his bottom and told [the youth] if he flinched again to sweep his legs from under him. He did that and pushed his head in the ground.”
She described how Wiliamson left the flat pursued by the youth but when a van driver asked her if she needed help she returned to the flat. The judge said: “That was an account you made up after the event to protect yourself and realised you could try to shift the blame….
“This was your characteristic dramatic behaviour completely and was inconsistent with getting away from your partner to seek help for your son. When help was offered to you you went back inside.”
She said there may be some truth in Williamson’s account of the assault, which she did not believe was responsible for causing Logan’s death .She added: “You had an opportunity to protect your son from further injuries and did not. The next day you went to the shops…
“I am sure what in fact happened was a far more serious assault on Logan later the same day or the following day.”
Beautiful tribute from Logan's school
A statement has been issued on behalf of Logan's school, Tondu Primary, following the conclusion of the hearing. They also released pictures of a 'buddy bench' and memorial garden created using funds raised in Logan's name.
The pupils, teachers, staff and governors at Tondu Primary School were all devastated to learn of the death of Logan Mwangi and the school community remains shocked and deeply saddened by his loss. As a friendly, energetic, and popular little boy Logan leaves us with many fond memories. He was a loving, sweet-natured child who was polite and articulate at all times.
Logan was always smiling and was described in court by his own teachers as having the kind of smile that could light up a classroom. He was a highly inquisitive child who enjoyed his lessons, particularly when using the outdoor classroom where he would have great fun with his friends.
Logan loved playing with his classmates, especially games like hide-and-seek or pretending to be superheroes. His favourite character was always Spiderman and he would display a keen and vivid imagination in his games.
Ultimately we remember Logan as being a bright, happy child who was caring and loving and an absolute pleasure to teach. As a school community we continue to feel his loss and to offer support to one another as we look towards the future. We are also united in our condemnation of the terrible actions of those who ended Logan’s short life in such a cruel and brutal way and are grateful that they have been held accountable for their crimes. Our thoughts remain with Logan.
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None of you saw Logan as a child to be cared for as part of your family'
Mrs Justice Jefford discussed Logan’s injuries and death during her sentencing remarks. She said: “Whatever time the ferocious assault happened on Logan he was for most of that Friday injured and dying. If anyone would have sought medical assistance for him he had an 80% chance of survival despite the severity of his injuries.
“Nothing could have provoked the attack other than the boisterous behaviour of a child confined to his room for a week, separated from his family.
“None of you saw Logan as a child to be cared for as part of your family.
“I find the physical assault on Logan was committed by you John Cole and [the youth]. Angharad Williamson I am also sure in this small flat, this fatal attack could not have taken place without your full knowledge and collusion.
“It cannot be known whether he slumped into unconsciousness or fell unconscious immediately.
“In a final act of callousness all three of you agreed to cover up Logan’s death as an accident. John Cole and [the youth] have taken Logan from the flat flung over John Cole’s shoulder and dumped him in the river.
“He was placed well out into the water to make it look like he wandered off or drowned or to provide an explanation for his injuries. The stories you told about flytipping in the river was to disguise your wrongdoing.You regarded dumping Logan’s body as akin to dumping rubbish.”
Logan's killers 'dehumanised' him
Mrs Justice Jefford speaks about the week leading up to Logan’s death when he was isolated in his room after contracting Covid-19. She said: “The way you treated Logan was extreme. He was kept isolated in his bedroom for 10 days. There was a baby gate which served to keep Logan in and he had no physical contact with his mother. When food was brought to him he was required to turn away.
“At the age of five he was expected to entertain himself with toys and screens all day. This treatment of Logan was cruel and that dehumanised him in the eyes of his parents. Teachers described him as engaging and well-behaved but you described him as badly behaved, naughty, and attention-seeking.
“You punished him by taking away food and made him face a wall for half an hour at a time. Neighbours heard you shouting aggressively and nastily. Angharad Williamson was heard saying: ‘Stop acting like a f****** d***head’ and said he had been ‘running around like an absolute toon’ and sitting on the floor and refusing to get up. In all probability he was already dying and what you described was the presentation of the injuries he received.”
Judge rejected Williamson's claim of seeking help
Mrs Justice Jefford said she did not accept Angharad Williamson’s claim that she sought to get help for son Logan on July 29 following an attack on her son by John Cole and the youth.
Mrs Justice Jefford said: “You described an assault where John Cole punched Logan so he fell back on his bottom and told [the youth] if he flinched again to sweep his legs from under him. He did that and pushed his head in the ground.”
She described how Wiliamson left the flat pursued by the youth but when a van driver asked her if she needed help she returned to the flat. The judge said: “That was an account you made up after the event to protect yourself and realised you could try to shift the blame….
“This was your characteristic dramatic behaviour completely and was inconsistent with getting away from your partner to seek help for your son. When help was offered to you you went back inside.”
She said there may be some truth in Williamson’s account of the assault, which she did not believe was responsible for causing Logan’s death .She added: “You had an opportunity to protect your son from further injuries and did not. The next day you went to the shops…
“I am sure what in fact happened was a far more serious assault on Logan later the same day or the following day.”
Beautiful tribute from Logan's school
A statement has been issued on behalf of Logan's school, Tondu Primary, following the conclusion of the hearing. They also released pictures of a 'buddy bench' and memorial garden created using funds raised in Logan's name.
The pupils, teachers, staff and governors at Tondu Primary School were all devastated to learn of the death of Logan Mwangi and the school community remains shocked and deeply saddened by his loss. As a friendly, energetic, and popular little boy Logan leaves us with many fond memories. He was a loving, sweet-natured child who was polite and articulate at all times.
Logan was always smiling and was described in court by his own teachers as having the kind of smile that could light up a classroom. He was a highly inquisitive child who enjoyed his lessons, particularly when using the outdoor classroom where he would have great fun with his friends.
Logan loved playing with his classmates, especially games like hide-and-seek or pretending to be superheroes. His favourite character was always Spiderman and he would display a keen and vivid imagination in his games.
Ultimately we remember Logan as being a bright, happy child who was caring and loving and an absolute pleasure to teach. As a school community we continue to feel his loss and to offer support to one another as we look towards the future. We are also united in our condemnation of the terrible actions of those who ended Logan’s short life in such a cruel and brutal way and are grateful that they have been held accountable for their crimes. Our thoughts remain with Logan.
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None of you saw Logan as a child to be cared for as part of your family'
Mrs Justice Jefford discussed Logan’s injuries and death during her sentencing remarks. She said: “Whatever time the ferocious assault happened on Logan he was for most of that Friday injured and dying. If anyone would have sought medical assistance for him he had an 80% chance of survival despite the severity of his injuries.
“Nothing could have provoked the attack other than the boisterous behaviour of a child confined to his room for a week, separated from his family.
“None of you saw Logan as a child to be cared for as part of your family.
“I find the physical assault on Logan was committed by you John Cole and [the youth]. Angharad Williamson I am also sure in this small flat, this fatal attack could not have taken place without your full knowledge and collusion.
“It cannot be known whether he slumped into unconsciousness or fell unconscious immediately.
“In a final act of callousness all three of you agreed to cover up Logan’s death as an accident. John Cole and [the youth] have taken Logan from the flat flung over John Cole’s shoulder and dumped him in the river.
“He was placed well out into the water to make it look like he wandered off or drowned or to provide an explanation for his injuries. The stories you told about flytipping in the river was to disguise your wrongdoing.You regarded dumping Logan’s body as akin to dumping rubbish.”
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The sentences are similar to what I expected, I don’t think that any sentence would ever feel long enough for what they did to that little boy.
The way they treated him in that last week or so is just so upsetting. No physical contact with his mum, having to turn away when they gave him food, it’s like mental torture. And to hear that he had an 80% chance of survival if they had got help for him that day is heartbreaking.
That statement from his school was lovely.
The way they treated him in that last week or so is just so upsetting. No physical contact with his mum, having to turn away when they gave him food, it’s like mental torture. And to hear that he had an 80% chance of survival if they had got help for him that day is heartbreaking.
That statement from his school was lovely.
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