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Ex-partner admits murdering Courtney Mitchell in Ipswich stabbing

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A 27-year-old Ipswich man has pleaded guilty to murdering his former partner in a knife attack on Burrell Road earlier this year. Logan Burnett admitted killing Courtney Mitchell, 26, when he appeared at Ipswich Crown Court on Monday.

Why it matters: The broad daylight attack shocked the local community and ended in the death of a young woman despite rapid response from emergency services, including critical care paramedics.

Logan Burnett
Logan Burnett has been described as "a violent coward"Suffolk Constabulary

The details:

  • Police were called to Burrell Road at 19:10 on Tuesday 6 August after reports a woman had been stabbed

  • Mitchell died in hospital from stab wounds to the chest

  • Burnett fled the scene but was arrested the following morning in north-east Ipswich

  • He was charged on Thursday 8 August

Police in forensic suits could be seen at the scene on Burrell Road
Forensic teams at the scene of Courtney's murderOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

What they're saying: Detective Superintendent Nicola Wallace called it a "completely senseless loss of life" and described Burnett as "a violent coward who murdered a defenceless woman in front of her friends and members of the public in broad daylight."

Courtney Mitchell
Courtney Mitchell was described by her family as a "beautiful daughter, granddaughter, mummy and sister"Suffolk Constabulary

What's next: Burnett has been remanded in custody and will be sentenced at Ipswich Crown Court on Monday 17 February 2025.

The bottom line: While Burnett's guilty plea spares Mitchell's family the trauma of a trial, police say the pain caused by his actions "will live with them for ever."

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Ipswich residents to show solidarity with Ukraine at third anniversary vigil

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As international peace talks intensify, the community will come together this Sunday to commemorate three years since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Why it matters: The event provides an opportunity for Ukrainians and Ipswich residents to unite in solidarity, coming as world leaders discuss potential paths to peace.

The details: Together for Ipswich and Ipswich Minster have organised a commemorative programme for Sunday, featuring:

  • A gathering at 14:45 on the Town Hall steps

  • A solidarity walk to Ipswich Minster

  • A special service of choral evensong at 15:30

Ipswich Town Hall
Ipswich Town HallOliver Rouane-WilliamsIpswich.co.uk

The bigger picture: The local vigil comes amid significant diplomatic developments:

  • US and Russian diplomats have agreed to restart diplomatic relations and begin formal peace consultations following a meeting without Ukrainian representatives in Riyadh.

  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated Kyiv would not recognise any agreement made without its involvement.

  • Sir Keir Starmer has emphasised that any peace deal would require a "US backstop" to deter future Russian aggression.

On the ground: Fighting continues in Ukraine, with:

  • At least three civilians killed in Russian strikes on Sunday

  • Several areas facing emergency blackouts following attacks on energy infrastructure

  • Russia's defence ministry reporting it intercepted 90 Ukrainian drones

The bottom line: While international leaders pursue diplomatic solutions, many in the Ipswich community continue to stand with Ukraine as the conflict enters its fourth year, with Sunday's vigil offering residents a chance to show their support through unified remembrance and prayer.

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