An asylum seeker has been handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 29 years for the brutal murder of a hotel worker in a shocking and unprovoked attack. Deng Chol Majek was convicted for stabbing Rhiannon Whyte, a 27-year-old mother of one, 23 times with a screwdriver, leading to her death in hospital three days later.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The incident occurred in October 2024, when Majek followed Ms Whyte from the Park Inn Hotel in Walsall to Bescot Stadium railway station. There, he launched a vicious assault, inflicting multiple stab wounds that resulted in a fatal brain stem injury. The attack was captured on CCTV, which also showed Majek laughing and dancing in the hotel car park shortly after the killing, even as emergency services attended to the victim.
Lack of Remorse and Motive
During the trial, it was revealed that Majek displayed no remorse for his actions. No clear motive for the murder was established, though it was noted that he had previously been reported for staring at female staff at the hotel. This history added to the chilling nature of the crime, which has left the community in shock.
Legal Proceedings and Sentencing
Majek was found guilty and sentenced to life imprisonment, with the judge setting a minimum term of 29 years before parole consideration. The case highlights the severe consequences of such violent acts and the importance of justice for victims and their families.
The tragic loss of Rhiannon Whyte, a young mother, has resonated deeply, underscoring the need for vigilance and support in preventing similar incidents in the future.
