MARK KEEL BRUTALLY MURDERS MAXINE CLARK IN RIDDIRE, GLASGOW - SENTENCED TO AT LEAST 22 YEARS

A tragic and violent incident unfolded in the Riddrie area of Glasgow, where 33-year-old Mark Keel was responsible for the death of his partner, Maxine Clark. The assault on Maxine was particularly brutal, leaving her with over 50 injuries that underscored the severity of the attack. It has been reported that Maxine had previously suffered from violence inflicted by Keel, including an incident where a neighbor observed her with a black eye, indicating a pattern of domestic abuse prior to her death.

Keel, who has a history of convictions related to domestic violence from three previous relationships, pleaded guilty to the murder during a hearing at the High Court in Glasgow. The court was informed of the extent of the injuries inflicted upon Maxine, which included brain damage, extensive bruising, fractures, and open wounds. The attack was described by Lord Mulholland as a