Damian Homer jailed for murdering partner’s mother in Worcester

“She welcomed Damian Homer into the family with open arms, showing nothing but love, support and loyalty towards him, which makes all of this so much harder to comprehend.

“We will never come to terms with why this happened on the 2 March, but what we do know is she will be loved and missed forever.”

Defending, Tim Hannam KC told the court Homer was “ashamed, disgusted and appalled” at his actions.

Retired Det Ch Insp Leighton Harding, who led the investigation, said the family had shown incredible courage during the court proceedings despite being “utterly heartbroken”.

He also praised Ms Hill’s “inspiring” bravery and her evidence which helped secure a conviction against Homer.

“Nothing can bring Wendy back or ease the pain that her murder has caused her family, but I hope that today’s sentence, and the knowledge that Homer will now face the consequences of his brutal actions by spending a significant number of years in prison, allows them some closure going forwards.”