MARK MASEFIELD FROM STOCKLAND GREEN SENTENCED TO LIFE FOR BRUTAL MURDER OF MARIE GLADDERS

In a tragic and disturbing case that has shocked the community, Mark Masefield, a man with a long history of violence and substance abuse, has been handed a life sentence for the murder of Marie Gladders. The incident took place in Stockland Green, where Masefield and Marie had shared accommodation, and has left many residents in mourning and disbelief.

According to court proceedings, the murder occurred last November following a heated argument between the two. Witnesses reported that the confrontation escalated quickly, culminating in Masefield wielding a large knife and stabbing Marie multiple times. The attack was particularly brutal, with wounds inflicted on both her front and back, indicating a violent and deliberate assault. Despite her efforts to help him and her longstanding role as a Scout leader and mother, Marie was tragically killed in her own home.

After the attack, Masefield did not attempt to hide his guilt. Instead, he sent a text message to his mother confessing to the crime, stating, "I've killed her. She's been lying on the floor for two hours." This message was a chilling confirmation of his involvement. When police arrived at the scene, they found Marie lying in a bedroom, her body bearing four stab wounds and signs of blunt force trauma. A large 20.5-centimeter blade was found beside her, further evidence of the violent nature of the attack. Despite efforts to save her, Marie was declared dead at the scene.

Marie’s daughter, Mary Ballard, spoke emotionally about her mother, describing her as