Nancy Pexton, 69, is accused of fatally stabbing her older sister, film director Jennifer Abbott, on June 10 last year and stealing a diamond-encrusted Rolex watch. According to prosecutors at the Old Bailey, Pexton slit Abbott’s throat in her Camden flat after a history of familial conflict.
Key Takeaways
Nancy Pexton, 69, is accused of murdering her older sister Jennifer Abbott in London on June 10 last year. Prosecutors allege Pexton slit Abbott's throat and stole her Rolex watch after a history of familial strife.
- Nancy Pexton denies murder charges
- Jennifer Abbott found dead with multiple stab wounds
- Police discovered the victim’s Rolex in Pexton’s possession
- Trial ongoing at the Old Bailey
The victim was discovered three days later by a neighbor who forced open her door due to concerns about constant barking from Abbott's corgi, Prince. The court heard that Abbott had sustained multiple stab and slash wounds along with a defensive wound on her right hand. Pexton allegedly claimed the blood found on her clothing resulted from hugging her sister during a nosebleed.
Prosecutors allege Pexton called her GP after the murder, claiming an overdose to gain hospital admission. She was arrested two days later when police discovered Abbott's Rolex in her possession. According to The Guardian, Pexton initially claimed she did not know if Abbott had been wearing the watch that day.
Pexton’s defense argues that notes found on her phone were merely expressions of frustration and not indicative of intent to harm. The trial, expected to last three weeks, continues at the Old Bailey.
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