Canvey murder

A man will today January 11 be sentenced for killing a 'devoted' dad in Canvey Island. Matt Portwood, canvey murder, was found with serious injuries in the car park close to Iceland in Furtherwick Road at about 1. Matt was fatally assaulted as he tried to break up a fight in the supermarket car park last February. The fight had broken out between two groups of people outside The Haystack Pub nearby, canvey murder.

Jamie Lewis, 25, was sentenced to life in prison today for killing Matt Portwood, 42, in an altercation outside the Haystack Pub in Furtherwick Road, in the early hours of Saturday, February 4. The pain becomes worse each day. A month-long trial started on September 12 with prosecuting barrister Cyrus Shroff pointing to Jamie Lewis as the killer. He has had 40 years of precious life taken away. Judge Ian Graham sentenced Lewis, of Bensham Lane, Croydon, to life in prison with a minimum term of 23 years and 30 days. Lewis was also handed an month sentence for possession of a bladed article to run concurrently with his life sentence. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues.

Canvey murder

A man has been convicted of murdering a former doorman outside a pub in Essex. In a statement released shortly after his death, Mr Portwood's family said: "Matt was a well known and loved member of the community in Canvey. He will forever be in our hearts. Prosecutors told the court a group argued with a pub bouncer at GMT after being denied entry, and Mr Portwood - who previously worked as a doorman at the venue and was there as a customer - tried to defuse the situation. Jurors were told Lewis "struck the fatal blow to the neck" and Mr Portwood was found by emergency services in the nearby Iceland car park. Lewis was found guilty of murder and possession of a bladed article in a public place. Mr Aransibia was found not guilty of murder and also not guilty of manslaughter by jurors. Charges against Mr Aransibia's uncle, Keith Aransibia, 60, of no fixed abode, were dropped during the trial. Sentencing is expected at the same court at a later date. In the statement issued in February, the family said: "He was a devoted and caring father to his children, there was nothing he wouldn't do for his children. He also had a love for football, supporting local teams.

At the back of the room, behind a glass window, sits Jamie Lewis.

Matt Portwood, 42, died after being stabbed in the neck outside the Haystack Pub in Furtherwick Road, in the early hours of Saturday, February 4. A month-long trial started on September 12 with prosecuting barrister Cyrus Shroff pointing to Jamie Lewis as the killer. Members of the jury heard Lewis attempted to re-enter the Haystack pub covered in blood to buy a drink, but was refused service. Lewis was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 23 years and 30 days. He was also handed an month sentence for possession of a bladed article to run concurrently. We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues.

Three men charged with murdering a father-of-two after a brawl at a pub knew exactly what they were doing, a jury has heard. Basildon Crown Court heard that "each of them intended to cause serious injury". The jury heard Mr Aransibia, of no fixed address, started the attack and had recruited Mr Lewis, who "struck the fatal blow to the neck". The court was told the defendants arrived at the pub on the night of 3 February. Mr Portwood, who had worked as a doorman at the Haystack pub previously, was also there that night as a customer. Just after on February 4, a group was denied entry to the pub, which had a licence to open until A member of the group who had been denied entry began arguing with the doorman, which attracted the attention of Mr Portwood, who tried to defuse the situation, the court heard.

Canvey murder

Detectives were called in to action after a man in his 40s was found in the Iceland car park in Furtherwick Road shortly before 1. An area of the island including Furtherwick Road and Long Road was cordoned off while police investigated the scene on Saturday and Sunday. In the hours which followed the launch of the investigation, Det Chief Insp Greg Wood, who is leading the investigation, issued an update, saying he did not believe there was a risk to the wider public. Sending so much love to them all. Witnesses should call Essex Police on , quoting incident of February 4, or can contact the dedicated online portal at mipp. Visit essex. To make an anonymous report call Crimestoppers on Western leaders have widely blamed Putin for the sudden death of his most prominent critic. TWO motorists have been fined hundreds of pounds by the courts for driving at less than 70mph on the motorway. Canned corned beef is a well known, perhaps notorious, shelf-stable pantry item that has its place in many cuisines, and here's what it's made of.

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Victim was 'backing up the doorman' Mr Enoch: Matthew Portwood had nothing to do with this man [who tried to get into the pub after the curfew] did he? Jailed - Jamie Lewis was handed a sentence of life imprisonment with a minumum term of 23 years and 30 days. He was a talented drawer, a talent that he would explore with his children. The 'dangerous' baby-faced thugs who tried to murder man. We have more newsletters. Canvey murder of Matt Portwood: partner's statement. Lewis was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 23 years and 30 days. Members of the jury heard Lewis attempted to re-enter the Haystack pub covered in blood to buy a drink, but was refused service. Key Events Lewis sentenced to 24 years in prison Jamie Lewis found guilty of murder Essex Police. Mr Aransibia has explained to the court that, on the day of the fatal incident with Mr Portwood, he had been working in Colchester. His attacker has shown no remorse for taking his life and, shockingly, seemed very comfortable with the extreme levels of violence involved in the assault on Matt.

A man who murdered a former doorman following a fight outside a pub has been jailed for life. He was told he would serve a minimum 24 years in prison.

Hearing begins The court is about to hear a victim impact statement from Victoria Hawkins, the former partner of Matt Portwood. At the back of the room, behind a glass window, sits Jamie Lewis. Saffron Walden County High School teacher banned from classroom for hugging pupil and asking to meet her. News all Most Read Most Recent Romford Police investigating after man's 'unexpected' death at home in Romford The man's death is not thought to be suspicious at this stage but it is being treated as unexpected. When I saw Jamie He was standing up and there were other people pulling him. During the course of that night an argument broke out and a group of people were refused entry into the venue. The Essex beach in one of the best towns to live named as new wild swimming hotspot. Invalid email Something went wrong, please try again later. Judge Ian Graham sentenced Lewis, of Bensham Lane, Croydon, to life in prison with a minimum term of 23 years and 30 days. Charges against Mr Aransibia's uncle, Keith Aransibia, 60, of no fixed abode, were dropped during the trial. Jurors were told Lewis "struck the fatal blow to the neck" and Mr Portwood was found by emergency services in the nearby Iceland car park.