Nancy Pexton, 70, has received a life sentence, with a minimum of 22 years, for the murder of her sister, Jennifer Abbott Dauward, a film director. The violent encounter, which occurred on June 10, 2025, at Abbott Dauward's residence in Camden, north London, culminated in Pexton stabbing her sister multiple times.
Crucially, following the fatal assault, Pexton absconded with her sister's prized possession: a diamond-encrusted gold Rolex watch. The timepiece, described as a gift from Abbott Dauward's son, Brad Carlson, and habitually worn by the victim, was later discovered in Pexton's possession. The stark revelation of the missing watch played a pivotal role in Pexton's eventual apprehension.
DETAILS OF THE CRIME AND ITS AFTERMATH
The court heard that Pexton inflicted at least ten stab wounds upon her sister, leaving the body undiscovered for approximately three days. Neighbours, concerned for Abbott Dauward's welfare, eventually forced entry into the flat. Initial reports indicate the victim's mouth was covered with gaffer tape, and she was found on the living room floor. In a peculiar detail, the victim's dog was reportedly locked in a bathroom.
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Following the murder, Pexton was apprehended in a hospital bed. She had contacted her GP, reporting an overdose and making unspecified allegations about family members. Her arrest occurred on June 18, 2025, five days after her sister was found deceased. Pexton's initial statements to the police offered a conflicting narrative, describing her actions as merely "venting feelings" while professing love for her sister. The stolen Rolex was found in her bag at the time of her arrest.
CIRCUMSTANCES AND BACKGROUND
Pexton, who is stated to have been homeless, was reportedly motivated by "jealousy" towards her older sister. Abbott Dauward was nine months Pexton's senior.
The circumstances surrounding the discovery of the body involved Pexton's daughter, Mai Pexton, who was observed banging on her aunt's door and calling out for her. This detail suggests a complex familial dynamic in the immediate aftermath of the crime. Pexton's defence reportedly attempted to explain bloodstains on her clothing by attributing them to hugging her sister during a nosebleed, a claim dismissed by the prosecution.
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