Shocking details emerged in court as a Polish man, Marcin Majerkiewicz, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 34 years for the pre-planned murder and dismemberment of pensioner Stuart Everett. The gruesome crime saw Majerkiewicz bludgeon his 67-year-old housemate with a hammer before sawing the victim into 27 pieces at their shared residence in Winton, Salford. The court heard how Majerkiewicz, who had a tattoo of the slasher-film character Jason from Friday The 13th, had a disturbing obsession with gore and gruesome horror films. Despite initially denying responsibility, the jury convicted him of the murder in under two hours of deliberation following a three-week trial at Manchester Crown Court.
The presiding judge, Mr Justice Cavanagh, condemned Majerkiewicz’s actions as a cold-blooded and macabre act of pre-planned murder for financial gain. The killer’s callous disregard for his victim was evident in his attempts to deceive Mr. Everett’s family into believing he was still alive while planning to flee the country. Thanks to a fortunate break in the case and diligent police work, Majerkiewicz was apprehended and brought to justice. The severity of the crime was underscored by the fact that only a third of Mr. Everett’s body has been recovered, leaving his family grappling with the horrendous reality of his brutal murder.
Stuart Everett, a retired civil servant who was known as “Benny” to his family, was described as a jolly, friendly man who enjoyed gardening, cricket, and betting on horses. His tragic end at the hands of Majerkiewicz had a profound impact on his loved ones, with his brother Richard Ziemacki expressing the immense pain and disbelief caused by the calculated and monstrous actions of the killer. The court heard that Mr. Everett first met Majerkiewicz while teaching English to Polish immigrants, eventually becoming housemates at the Winton residence where the heinous crime took place.
The investigation, codenamed Operation Harker, uncovered a chilling trail of evidence that pointed to Majerkiewicz’s guilt. CCTV footage revealed his suspicious movements in the days following the murder, including his disposal of body parts in various locations around Salford and Manchester. The court learned that Majerkiewicz had accrued significant debts, amounting to £60,000 in loan debt and £14,000 on credit cards, leading to his heinous actions against his unsuspecting friend. The prosecution highlighted the extent of the violence inflicted on Mr. Everett, with forensic evidence indicating a sustained and severe physical assault resulting in fatal injuries.
The grim details of the case painted a picture of betrayal and brutality, with Majerkiewicz’s calculated attempts to cover up his crime and mislead authorities unravelling under the scrutiny of law enforcement. The court heard how the killer had gone to great lengths to conceal his gruesome deeds, including disposing of body parts in remote locations and attempting to assume Mr. Everett’s identity. Despite the heinous nature of the crime, the justice system prevailed, holding Majerkiewicz to account for his horrific actions and ensuring that justice was served for the innocent victim and his grieving family.
As the trial concluded and Majerkiewicz was handed a life sentence for his reprehensible crime, the court acknowledged the diligent efforts of Greater Manchester Police in bringing the killer to justice. The harrowing case serves as a stark reminder of the darker side of human nature and the consequences of unfathomable acts of violence and betrayal. Stuart Everett’s memory lives on in the hearts of his family and loved ones, who continue to grapple with the devastating loss caused by his senseless and brutal murder.