A husband's desperate 999 call revealed the horrifying moment he discovered his wife with a knife protruding from her stomach, a court heard today. Michael Hakin told emergency operators "my wife has a knife in her tummy" in the chilling recording played at Chelmsford Crown Court.
The Tragic Discovery
Emergency services rushed to the couple's home in Chelmsford, Essex, on December 27 last year after receiving the distressed call from Mr Hakin. Prosecutors revealed that when paramedics arrived, they found 36-year-old Samantha Hakin with a fatal stab wound to her abdomen.
Despite frantic efforts by medical professionals at the scene, Samantha was pronounced dead shortly after their arrival. The court heard that the couple had been experiencing relationship difficulties in the period leading up to the tragedy.
Court Proceedings Unfold
Michael Hakin, 38, appeared in court charged with Samantha's murder. The prosecution outlined their case, describing the events that led to the young woman's untimely death.
Key details presented to the court included:
- The couple's marital struggles in recent months
- The contents of the emergency 999 call made by Mr Hakin
- Medical evidence about the nature of Samantha's injuries
- Timeline of events leading to the emergency services being alerted
A Community in Mourning
Neighbours in the quiet Chelmsford residential area expressed shock at the tragedy that unfolded in their community. One resident described the Hakins as "a normal couple" who kept largely to themselves.
The case has sent ripples through the local community, with many struggling to comprehend the violent nature of Samantha's death. Friends and family remember her as a vibrant woman with her whole life ahead of her.
As the trial continues, more details are expected to emerge about the circumstances surrounding that fateful December day. The court will hear further evidence from witnesses, medical experts, and investigating officers in the coming days.
The trial at Chelmsford Crown Court continues.
