A 26-year-old man, Bhekisani Matabiswana, is found guilty of murder over the death of male model Luke Harden, 36. The attack occurred shortly after midnight on November 1 following a Halloween party at Rosemount Working Men’s Club in Stacksteads, Lancashire. Reports say Harden was severely assaulted after the defendant, Matabiswana, dressed in a clown costume as the party ended.
The case concerns what happens immediately after the event as Harden was injured. In court, the prosecution and defence dispute the circumstances leading to Harden’s injuries and whether the defendant is responsible for Harden’s death. The court’s decision concludes that Matabiswana is guilty of murder.
Details beyond the basic timeline and identification of the victim and defendant are not provided in the available excerpts, including the specific injuries and any discussion of motive or method.
