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Man Sentenced to 26 Years for Brutal Wife Murder

3/13/2026

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Askari Sentenced for Murder

Alireza Askari was sentenced to 26 years for murdering his estranged wife, Paria Veisi, in Cardiff.
He stabbed Paria Veisi four times in their former home on April 12, 2025.
Askari buried Veisi's body in a garden grave and covered it with soil and flowers.
Aunt Maryam Delavary assisted in concealing the crime and received a five-year sentence.
Prosecutors noted premeditation and attempts to destroy evidence, highlighting the brutality.

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Kyle Long Charged

Kyle Long, 35, has been charged with the murder of his wife, Rachel Long, after she was found with 17 stab wounds at their London home on October 23, 2025.
Kyle Long initially claimed Rachel Long died by suicide.
Evidence suggested a struggle occurred, contradicting his narrative.
Sheriff John Swaney said Kyle Long was the only person present during the incident.
Long's attorney said he is eager to prove his innocence and has cooperated with the investigation.

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Askari Sentenced for Murder

Alireza Askari was sentenced to 26 years for murdering his estranged wife, Paria Veisi, in Cardiff.
He stabbed Paria Veisi four times in their former home on April 12, 2025.
Askari buried Veisi's body in a garden grave and covered it with soil and flowers.
Aunt Maryam Delavary assisted in concealing the crime and received a five-year sentence.
Prosecutors noted premeditation and attempts to destroy evidence, highlighting the brutality.

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