Last Updated on: 26th October 2023, 11:41 pm
Who is Tiernan Darnton of UK? Biography, Wiki
Tiernan Darnton was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of his grandmother after admitting to having committed a murder during a Truth or Dare match.
Darnton must serve at least 15 years to kill Mary Gregory, 94, who was killed in a house fire in Heysham, Lancashire.
Tiernan Darnton’s Age
His current age is 23 years.
Step-Grandmother Mary Gregory Murder After ‘Truth Or Dare’ Game Confession
Mary Gregory, a 94-year-old grandmother, and mother coping with dementia, met a tragic end in a bungalow fire that took place in Levens Drive, Heysham in May 2018.
On May 28, 2018, Mrs. Gregory lost her life in a house fire attributed to a discarded cigarette. She was found in her conservatory suffering from smoke inhalation and passed away four days later. However, the case was later reopened, revealing a different and more accurate narrative of the tragic incident.
The case was reopened in May 2019 after police learned that Darnton admitted to killing his grandmother during a counseling session.
Ms. Gregory, her stepfather’s mother, cried out for help but was trapped after Darnton dismantled a fire alarm, locked a few doors, and cut phone lines.
What Was the Trial?
Darnton was sentenced by Preston Crown Court on Friday morning after the jury unanimously found him guilty of murder on Thursday.
On Friday, the court heard that “disruptive material” had also been found in the possession of the accused which had not been shown to the jury during the trial, including plans to persecute and assault women and a “list of murders” with the names of several people.
Once sentenced, Judge Yip said Darnton exposed Ms Gregory to a “particularly cruel” death.
“The murder had been on his mind for some time,” the judge told him.
“You said you were intrigued by serial killers and their crimes. You were having dark thoughts.”
“His Internet research before and after Ms. Gregory’s murder paints a disturbing picture.”
“Your opportunity to respond to your dark thoughts arose when your stepfather was away.”
“Early in the morning of May 28, 2018, he went to Ms. Gregory’s house and deliberately started a fire in one of the bedrooms.”
Tiernan Darnton Jailed For Life
The 23-year-old was sentenced to three years in prison after an investigation revealed his 94-year-old victim was killed in an accident at his bungalow in Heysham, Lancashire.
The student was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum of 15 years for the murder of his grandmother after confessing to friends that he had killed them while playing a Truth or Dare game.
Where is Tiernan Darnton Now?
The case of a teenager named Darnton, who admitted to murdering his step-grandmother during a truth or dare game with friends, claiming he did it to end her suffering. The confession was made a year after the incident to a counselor, who alerted the authorities.
The investigation that followed revealed substantial evidence, including items bought by Darnton and drawings outlining the victim’s home layout. Disturbing internet searches and a “kill list” were found on his computer. Despite their interactions, Mrs. Gregory reportedly disliked Darnton.
In November 2021, Darnton was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 15 years. The judge rejected his claim of mercy, stating that no one could consider trapping an elderly woman in a burning building as an act of compassion. Darnton’s fascination with serial killers and his dark thoughts were also noted during the trial.
Channel 5 Documentary
The Channel 5 documentary “Truth or Dare: The Murder of Mary Gregory” explores a disturbing case where a game of truth or dare led to an unexpected confession, unraveling the murder of a 94-year-old grandmother.
In 2018, Tiernan Darnton, then 23, murdered his step-grandmother and almost escaped justice. The documentary, featuring interviews with police and Mrs. Gregory’s former caregiver, Karolina Madejska, sheds light on the grim events and the eventual capture of Darnton. The documentary is set to air on October 25 at 10 p.m.
