"Justice done" as murderer sentenced to 15 years behind bars

A MURDERER who carried out a brutal and vicious attack on his friend faces life in prison.
By Dave Doyle
Published 3rd May 2013, 16:21 BST
Updated 11th Jan 2017, 10:01 BST

John Sowden, (44), of Elm Road, Mexborough, was found guilty by a jury at Sheffield Crown Court of the murder of Christopher Rooney in September last year.

Mr Rooney (48) suffered multiple injuries to his head and body in a sustained attack by Sowden which resulted in his death.

He was sentenced to a minimum of 15 years behind bars.

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A statement from Mr Rooney’s family said: “We are pleased that justice has been done and Sowden has been found guilty of the brutal killing of our Chris.

“Our Chris was a great son and brother, and we miss him so very much. While nothing can bring him back, we feel that justice for Chris has been achieved.”