An image has been released of the man a jury yesterday found to have killed a Spalding woman in her home.
That occurred after he was ruled to be unfit to stand trial due to his mental health.
Today (Thursday, July 22), police have issued a picture of Simpson.
“We have taken the decision to release the photograph of the man found to be responsible for killing 37-year-old Kristine Sparane,” a police stateman said. “Our primary focus in these situations remains firmly on the victim, ensuring justice is pursued for them and their loved ones.
“While we provide essential coverage of the perpetrators, our commitment is to centre the impact on those affected.
“However, we feel it timely and just that we now share an image of the man who was found to be responsible for taking Kristine’s life.
“Judge Simon Hurst has requested further psychiatric reports be undertaken, the results of which are to be heard at a hearing scheduled for 14 July.
“Simpson continues to be detained in prison after his 37-year-old victim sustained multiple injuries to her skull ultimately leading to her untimely death.”
A spokesman for Lincolnshire Police said: “A hospital order is a legal measure in England and Wales that allows courts to send someone to a hospital for treatment, instead of prison. This typically happens when the person has committed an offense that could lead to imprisonment, and two doctors confirm the defendant has a mental disorder requiring hospital care.
“Once under a hospital order, the individual is admitted to a hospital for treatment. The initial duration is six months, but it can be extended if necessary. The goal is to provide appropriate care and rehabilitation, rather than punishment. In some cases, restrictions may be added (known as a Section 37/41 order) to protect the public, which means the Ministry of Justice must approve certain decisions, like discharge or leave.
“Simpson will continue to be assessed in hospital, and should he be found to have made sufficient recovery to participate in a criminal trial at a future date, and should he then plead not guilty, a normal trial for criminal proceedings would begin.”
