KELVIN NEWTON MURDERS WIFE IN PENCOED OVER JEALOUSY AND INFIDELITY

Kelvin Newton, a 45-year-old man from Pencoed, has been found guilty of the brutal murder of his wife, Assia Newton, at her residence in Pencoed. The court has handed down a life sentence, with a minimum term of 18 years before Newton can be eligible for parole. The tragic incident unfolded after Assia, aged 44, confided in friends and family about her plans to divorce Newton. She had also recently fallen in love with a waiter she met during her holidays in the Mediterranean, a revelation that appears to have triggered Newton’s violent outburst.

According to court reports, Newton strangled his wife using a dog lead in her bedroom, shortly after she expressed her desire to end their marriage. The judge at Cardiff Crown Court described the murder as “born out of your sexual jealousy,” highlighting Newton’s awareness of his wife’s intentions to leave him. The court heard that Newton’s controlling, violent, and jealous nature had been evident throughout their marriage, which was marred by decades of domestic violence. Witnesses testified that Newton was seen on CCTV entering and leaving the family home in a rage on the day of the murder, further indicating his emotional instability.

Testimonies from their children painted a disturbing picture of Newton’s behavior. They described how their father’s demeanor had changed significantly after learning about Assia’s affair. One of the daughters, Sameera, aged 17, provided a heartfelt account of her mother’s efforts to stand up for herself amid the controlling environment. The prosecution emphasized Newton’s history of violence, including incidents where he had smashed his house during heated arguments, and described him as a man driven by jealousy and control.

Following the murder, Newton was captured on CCTV acting suspiciously, which the court interpreted as a sign of guilt. The emotional toll on the family was evident, with the daughters recounting the psychological impact of their father’s behavior and the trauma caused by the loss of their mother. The evidence presented in court made it clear that Newton’s actions were motivated by jealousy over his wife’s infidelity. The severity of his sentence reflects the gravity of the crime and the dangerous nature of his conduct, leaving a lasting impact on the community of Pencoed.