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Murder Trial: Man, 59, Accused of Killing Elderly Pensioner

11/5/2025

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Peter Augustine, 59, is accused of murder after attacking John Mackey, an 87-year-old pensioner, in Manor House, north London, on May 6.
Prosecutor Jane Bickerstaff KC stated Augustine attacked Mackey by kicking and punching him as he lay on the ground, reportedly over a bag containing groceries.
Witnesses reported the assault.
Mackey died two days later.
The trial is ongoing at the Old Bailey.

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Peter Augustine, 59, is accused of murder after attacking John Mackey, an 87-year-old pensioner, in Manor House, north London, on May 6.
Prosecutor Jane Bickerstaff KC stated Augustine attacked Mackey by kicking and punching him as he lay on the ground, reportedly over a bag containing groceries.
Witnesses reported the assault.
Mackey died two days later.
The trial is ongoing at the Old Bailey.