In a chilling and brutal attack, Matthew Macmillan nearly took the life of his neighbour, leaving her with lasting physical and emotional scars. This harrowing incident unfolded last summer when Macmillan, driven by a delusional rage, believed that two women had wronged him financially. Tragically, he attacked his own grandmother, 82-year-old Carol Macmillan, delivering multiple stab wounds. He didn’t stop there.
Afterwards, Macmillan forced his way into Kate Hughes-King’s flat armed with another knife. Despite her family’s kindness towards him, he brutally stabbed Kate over 20 times, whispering horrific threats to her. Kate endured terrifying injuries, including a punctured lung and fractured ribs, and was airlifted to hospital. Though she survived, she now struggles with the physical and emotional aftermath, grappling with the scars left visible on her body.
A court has now sentenced Macmillan for this terrifying act. Showing zero tolerance for such violence, Judge Rhys Rowlands handed him a concurrent sentence: 12 years for attempting to murder his grandmother and a staggering 30 years for the attack on Kate, with two-thirds to be served before potential parole consideration.
The verdict offers some justice for Kate and her family, who bravely faced court to share how their world has changed. Kate admits every day feels unbearable, forced to cope with the reality of her scars and the anxiety that haunts her.
The local community has responded with support, standing by the victims in the wake of this horrifying ordeal. Authorities assure that they will continue to work diligently to protect citizens and bring those committing such heinous acts to justice. Our thoughts are with Kate, Carol, and their families as they continue on their path to recovery. 💔