YATE MAN RYAN GUEST KILLS STEP-GRANDMOTHER IN BRISTOL CARE HOME

Ryan Guest, a 38-year-old man from Yate, has been involved in a tragic and violent incident at a care facility near Bristol, resulting in the death of his 87-year-old step-grandmother, Una Dorney. The incident has shocked the local community and raised serious concerns about mental health and public safety.

According to court records, Ryan Guest pleaded guilty to manslaughter, revealing to police that he had smothered Mrs. Dorney with a pillow. His actions were driven by auditory hallucinations, which he claimed were voices from what he described as 'God.' These voices instructed him to carry out the act, and he believed he was acting under divine command. The court heard that the attack occurred after Guest had visited Mrs. Dorney at her residence, and shortly afterward, he was seen fleeing her room. Staff members at the care home found Mrs. Dorney lying in her bathroom, unresponsive, with her life tragically cut short.

During the proceedings, it was disclosed that Ryan Guest had a long history of severe mental health issues. He admitted to attempting to kill a prisoner while on remand, further illustrating his ongoing struggles with mental illness. His mental state was a significant factor in the court's decision to accept a plea of manslaughter rather than murder.

The presiding judge, Mr. Justice Dingemans, described the case as one involving 'appalling violence' inflicted when Guest was suffering from delusional beliefs. The judge emphasized the danger posed by Guest's mental condition and justified his indefinite detention to prevent any further harm to the public. As a result, Ryan Guest was committed to Broadmoor Hospital, a high-security psychiatric facility, where he will remain indefinitely. The court acknowledged that given his dangerous mental state and ongoing risk, he might never be released.

In addition to the killing of Mrs. Dorney, the court also heard about other violent acts committed by Guest. He was convicted of assaulting Mohamed Sharif, who was left in a vegetative state after severe head injuries inflicted by Guest in prison. Guest believed that Sharif was the Prophet Muhammad and that he had cursed him, which contributed to his violent outburst. These incidents underscore the severity of his mental health issues and the potential threat he poses to others.

Overall, the case highlights the tragic consequences of untreated or poorly managed mental illness and raises questions about the adequacy of mental health support and intervention in such cases. The community in Yate and the surrounding areas remains deeply affected by the events, and authorities continue to emphasize the importance of mental health awareness and early intervention to prevent similar tragedies in the future.