LONDON MAN JAILED FOR BRUTAL POWER TOOL MURDER OF YOUNG WOMAN
Neculai Paizan, aged 64, was found guilty of murder in connection with the death of 20-year-old Agnes Akom.The crime involved him repeatedly striking her at least 20 times on the head using an electric jigsaw within a converted shipping container located in north London.
Authorities described the act of violence as extremely gruesome, and they believe the attack was motivated by Agnes's refusal to engage in sex.
Although Paizan initially denied involvement, he was ultimately convicted at the Old Bailey court.
He received a life sentence with a minimum term of 22 years.
Evidence was presented that Agnes disappeared in May 2021 after last being seen leaving her home in Brent.
CCTV footage showed her approaching Paizan’s container, but there was no footage of her leaving.
Paizan admitted to knowing Agnes and described their relationship as irregular, meeting after she was seen begging.
He also told police that on the day she vanished, she went into the container with him and left together, although only he was caught on camera leaving.
Forensic analysis placed Paizan at the scene, where her remains were later recovered buried in a park following an extensive search involving police dogs and forensic teams.
The investigation confirmed that Paizan transported her body in a wheelie bin and disposed of it in a Neasden park.
The murder weapon, an electric power tool, was recovered along with her clothing from a skip.
The trial attracted considerable media coverage, including a victim impact statement read during sentencing.
Agnes was last seen departing her Brent residence, and she remained missing until her body was found 36 days later.
The court characterized Paizan’s conduct as predatory and manipulative, taking advantage of Agnes’s vulnerabilities.
Peter Lenart, Derek’s partner, expressed profound grief, recalling that they were preparing to write to their foster son when news of her death broke.
The judge commended the police for their outstanding effort, which involved over 100 officers in resolving the case.
Describing Paizan’s actions—such as dragging her body and attempting to conceal her—the court called them heinous and unforgivable.
The violence was characterized as brutal and calculated, with Agnes’s death seen as a direct result of her rejection.
Ultimately, Paizan was sentenced to life behind bars, with the minimum of 22 years before he can apply for parole.
