Richard Clayton has now confessed to murdering his mother after refusing to answer questions and even pretending to be asleep during interviews with police officers
A man has confessed to strangling his mum to death in their home in Newham. Richard Clayton murdered Angela Clayton in her bedroom at their home in St George’s Square on February 17.
He then called police, reporting what he had done, but then subsequently was evasive in interviews. Officers arrived on scene at 12.48pm alongside the London Ambulance Service following Clayton’s call to police. Angela, 74, was found in her bedroom and was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Clayton was taken into custody and interviewed, alternating between answering “no comment” to all questions and remaining completely silent, pretending to be asleep. He was subsequently charged the next day (February 18) with murder.
But at a hearing at the Old Bailey on Monday this morning (Monday, July 13), Clayton, 45, pleaded guilty to his mother’s murder. He will be sentenced on September 22.
In a statement, Angela’s family said: “Everything we have done over the last six months has been entirely for our Mum, Angela, to ensure she received the justice she completely deserved. As we look to the future, we kindly request privacy from the media.
“We need space and time to grieve together as a family and to protect the beautiful legacy of love she left behind. Lastly, we would like to express our sincere thanks to the Metropolitan Police and our support officers for their work and dedication in bringing this case to justice.”
Detective Chief Inspector Joanna Yorke, who led the Met’s investigation, added: “Our thoughts are with Angela’s family and friends, who have lost a much-loved mother, grandmother and friend. While no outcome can undo their loss, we hope today’s conviction brings them some measure of closure.
“Our commitment to tackling violence against women and girls remains firm. We encourage anyone affected to seek help from the police or support services. We will respond with care and sensitivity, working with victims to provide the right support, keep them safe, and robustly pursue those responsible.”
