The jury in the trial of a Basingstoke man accused of fatally stabbing a dad and wounding his brother will begin deliberations on Tuesday, November 26 following the conclusion of closing remarks.

Kenneth Walker, 64, of Tasmania Close, Popley, is charged with the murder of Craig Laurie and the attempted murder of Scott Laurie, during an incident on May 12.

His girlfriend, Jane Byrne, 53, of Egerton Drive, Basingstoke, is also on trial, accused of perverting the course of justice.

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As previously reported, the violent confrontation occurred on May 12, when Craig and Scott Laurie went to Walker’s house in Popley.

According to Walker, they had been harassing him for over a year. The brothers allegedly threatened Walker and his girlfriend from outside the door.

Walker stabbed both men, leaving Craig Laurie fatally wounded. Scott Laurie managed to flee the scene, covered in blood, and survived his injuries.

The trial has focused on whether Walker acted in self-defence.

While giving the closing remarks, Walker’s defence team, led by Jeremy Wainwright KC, urged the jury to carefully consider whether the defendant’s actions were a response to a perceived threat.

Mr Wainwright framed his argument around four key questions: Are we sure that the Laurie brothers went to the flat to be friendly? Are we sure Kenny Walker didn't feel there was a threat? Are we sure he did not act to defend himself? Are we sure he did not do what seemed best at the time?

Accepting that Walker’s action of stabbing the Laurie brothers was wrong, Mr Wainwright told the jury that their decision must be based on fairness, and not sympathy.

He reminded jurors that the burden of proof lies with the prosecution to establish that Walker is guilty.

In her closing remarks, Alexandra Scott, representing Jane Byrne, positioned her client as a vulnerable figure in the case.

Addressing the jury, Scott said Byrne’s role in the events should not be dismissed as a mere “footnote” and argued that her actions reflected what any vulnerable person might do under such circumstances.

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Tuesday's hearing also saw the judge Mrs Justice Cutts guiding the jury through the evidence presented during the trial.

The jury will begin deliberations on Tuesday morning.

The prosecution is led by Sean Brunton KC.