Young and vulnerable teen Brianna Ghey’s killer’s family has broken their silence and spoken out about their daughter’s “brutal” actions”.
The family of Scarlett Jenkinson has issued an apology and said they agree with the jury’s verdict, which saw the now 16-year-old jailed for at least 22 years.
In a statement to the Warrington Guardian, they said: “The last 12 months have been beyond our worst nightmares as we have come to realise the brutal truth of Scarlett’s actions.
“We agree with the jury’s verdict, the judge’s sentence and the decision to name the culprits.
“Our lives are in turmoil, but our immediate focus is to make sure that we don’t do anything against the wishes of Brianna’s family.
They added: “We offer our sincere thanks to Esther Ghey for her incredible selflessness and empathy towards our family. Her compassion is overwhelming and we are forever grateful.
“To all of Brianna’s family and friends, our community and everyone else that has been affected by this horror, we are truly sorry.”
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