Father Claims Unluckiness After Daughter’s Fatal Stabbing Incident
A father accused of fatally stabbing his daughter during a kitchen play-fight insists it was an accident
Darlington, Co Durham, Scarlett Vickers, Simon Vickers, Murder, Accident
Darlington: A father, Simon Vickers, is in court after the tragic death of his 14-year-old daughter, Scarlett. He claims it was an accident during a playful moment in the kitchen.
Vickers, 50, says they were just having fun when he accidentally threw a knife at her. He insists he never meant to hurt her. The court heard that Scarlett suffered a deep stab wound to her heart.
During a police interview, Vickers described how they were throwing grapes at each other when things took a turn. He said he picked up some tongs and threw them, but somehow a knife was involved.
He expressed his heartbreak, saying Scarlett was the love of his life and that he feels like the unluckiest man in the world. It’s a tough situation, and he’s clearly devastated.
Vickers mentioned that they had been drinking wine and enjoying a day of football before the incident. He told officers he felt responsible for what happened, but he maintains it was an accident.
The prosecution argues that this wasn’t just a simple mistake. They believe the circumstances suggest otherwise. The trial is ongoing, and it’s a heartbreaking case for everyone involved.