LIFE FOR SPONDON MURDERER

A husband has been jailed for life for murdering his wife after attacking her at the house they shared in Spondon.Paul Sherratt was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court on Monday, November 27th after pleading guilty earlier this month to Jane Sherratt’s murder. He was given a life term, with a minimum tariff of 16 years.

Sherratt attacked his wife at their home in Avondale Road on January 7th before calling the police. He had also injured himself. The couple were taken to hospital, where Jane (60) remained with serious head injuries. She died in hospital on May 7th. Sherratt, 57, was discharged from hospital shortly after the attack and he was arrested and later charged with attempted murder. The charge changed once Jane passed away. Investigating officer Detective Sergeant Lesley Smith said: “The attack on Jane was an horrendous, brutal sustained assault committed by the person Jane should have been safest with; her husband Paul. The attack was totally unprovoked and Jane had no means to defend herself. Even though Paul did contact the after the assault and he offered Jane no aid as she lay severely injured. Jane tragically passed away after spending months in hospital fighting for survival. Paul Sherratt has never provided any reason as to why he attacked Jane, and chose not to plead guilty as the earliest opportunity. Jane was a muchloved sister, aunt, friend and teacher. Our thoughts are very much with Jane’s family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. We would also like to pay tribute to Jane’s brother, who throughout the whole investigation has shown incredible dignity.”