GLASGOW MAN CONVICTED OF MURDEROUS ASSAULT ON PARTNER
James McCarten, 51 years old, was found guilty of the heinous murder of his partner, Anna Rosenberg, following the discovery that she had engaged in an affair with his friend, Alan McLean.The crime took place at McCarten's residence in Glasgow on May 2, 2015.
Prosecutors described Rosenberg as having sustained 122 serious injuries, with accounts stating she was 'pummelled to a pulp'.
McCarten was also convicted of attempting to hide the murder and assaulting Mr McLean.
His sentencing has been postponed for the time being.
The court heard that McCarten and Rosenberg had been together for roughly 18 months, with Rosenberg, from Bearsden, often staying at McCarten’s flat located in Maryhill.
It was revealed during the trial that McCarten had permitted another builder, Alan McLean, to stay with him after their relationship ended.
While McCarten was away, McLean and Rosenberg shared an intimate encounter.
McLean described how he tried to get dressed when McCarten returned home and found Rosenberg in bed, appearing visibly scared.
An image was presented showing Rosenberg's body in the flat in Maryhill.
McLean recounted how McCarten emotionally broke down, shouting, 'how could you do this to me', while Rosenberg apologized and cried.
Following this, McCarten headbutted McLean and later launched a violent assault on Rosenberg, which caused multiple fractures including broken ribs.
The court heard that McCarten left the scene to watch a boxing match and claimed he only realized Rosenberg was dead the next day.
He admitted to losing control, stating he 'saw red' and 'unleashed' a series of blows, but insisted he did not intend to kill her.
Nonetheless, the jury found him guilty of murder, citing evidence that her body had been 'pummelled to a pulp' and noting that McCarten attempted to clean the flat and dress her afterward.
Police Scotland described McCarten’s actions as 'selfish brutality', highlighting that Rosenberg’s death was due to his reckless violence.
Detective Inspector Mark Bell condemned McCarten’s conduct as 'selfish brutality' that devastated a family, emphasizing that such violence is unacceptable in society.
The verdict provides a measure of justice and some comfort to Rosenberg's family and friends.
