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Pensioner admits killing wife in 'loss of control'

Mark Smith
BBC News, Gloucestershire
Gloucestershire Police A mugshot of Charles Graham, who has grey hair and is wearing a light grey jumper.Gloucestershire Police
Charles Graham, 78, has admitted the manslaughter of Davinia Graham

A 78-year-old man has admitted killing his wife after he "lost control".

Davinia Graham, 67, was found seriously injured at a house in Fairfield Road, Cheltenham, in the early hours of 31 August 2024 and died at the scene.

Appearing at Bristol Crown Court earlier, her husband Charles Graham pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of "loss of control".

The Crown Prosecution Service and Gloucestershire Police accepted this plea after discussions with Mrs Graham's family, the court heard.

Family Photo A holiday picture of the victim, Davinia Graham, shows her wearing sunglasses and smiling at the camera, in front of a number of stone buildings stretching into the background.Family Photo
Davinia Graham, 67, was killed by her husband in August 2024

Graham, who was originally charged with murder, was remanded in custody ahead of sentencing on 6 March.

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