A mother was brutally murdered on a second date, leaving her family devastated and searching for answers.
Gateshead: It’s a heartbreaking story. A mum named Laura Robson was killed after being stabbed 27 times on what was supposed to be a romantic second date. She met Ben Hughes, and things seemed to be going well until that fateful night.
Laura had just spent a lovely evening with him, but things took a dark turn. As she screamed for help, her chilling last words were met with Hughes’ cold response: “You’re going to die.” Can you imagine the terror she must have felt?
Her neighbor heard the commotion and tried to intervene, but it was too late. Hughes showed no remorse during his court appearance, even making obscene gestures. Laura’s mother, Jill, bravely spoke out in court, sharing the pain of losing her daughter and the impact on Laura’s young daughter.
Jill described how their lives were turned upside down and how hard it is to accept that Laura will never walk through the door again. She expressed her heartbreak over the loss and the devastation it has caused in their family.
Laura had been excited about her new connection with Hughes, but it all ended in tragedy. The court heard how she had been in touch with a friend, sharing her happiness about the date. But that night, everything changed.
After a series of concerning texts, Laura’s friend became worried when she didn’t hear from her. The neighbor’s account of the screams and cries for help was chilling. It’s just so sad to think about what she went through in those final moments.
When the police arrived, they found Laura’s body and Hughes trying to cover up his crime. He was sentenced to life in prison, but the question remains: why did he do it? The judge noted the brutality of the attack and the lack of any explanation from Hughes.
It’s a tragic reminder of how quickly things can turn and the impact of violence on families. Laura was loved and will be missed dearly. Her story is a painful one, and we can only hope for justice and healing for her family.
