Andrew Burke jailed for life after murder of Southport mum

9th April 2018
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Andrew Burke

Andrew Burke admits murder of Southport mum Cassie Hayes, as he is sentenced to life behind bars.


A man has admitted murdering a travel agent at her workplace.

Cassie Hayes, 28, died in hospital from a wound to her throat after being attacked at the Tui store in Southport town centre on 13 January.

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Cassie Hayes

Andrew Burke, 30, of Vincent Street, St Helens, also pleaded guilty at Liverpool Crown Court to having an offensive weapon, namely a knife, in a public place.

A post-mortem examination concluded Ms Hayes died of shock and haemorrhaging.

A judge sentenced him to life in prison with a minimum term of 26 years