'You did a wicked and terrible thing... this was hell'

A mother-of-four has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the calculated murder of her elderly mother-in-law. Karen Vamplew was found guilty of intentionally setting fire to 77-year-old Elizabeth Vamplew's bed in a bid to kill her for financial gain.

Jailing her, Judge Spencer said: "You did a wicked and terrible thing. You lit the bottom corner of the bed in which your mother-in-law was sleeping. “Until her mobility reduced she was well-known in Newark as a cheery and bustling presence. The impact of her passing has been all too palpable. It has been particularly devastating to her family who loved her dearly.

Anne died from burns and smoke inhalation following the fire at her bungalow. In a statement last week, the victim’s family said: "Anne was a devoted mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many. She married her husband Jess in 1968 and embarked on their journey together in Collingham. Their family grew with the arrival of Mark, and later, they moved to Newark, where Rachel completed their loving family circle.

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