Newton Heath Killer Given 23 Years
The killer of Kailem Gibson, aged 28, has appeared before a court, for sentence, following his conviction by a jury at Manchester Crown Court.
Martin Davies, 36, stabbed Gibson in a dispute about a drug dealing business in August 2025.
The killing occurred at a flat at 4 Gilmerton Drive, Newton Heath, where Kailem Gibson lived in a cupboard.
At a trial in February 2025, Davies was convicted of manslaughter.
On 16th March 2026 HHJ Field imposed a custodial sentence of 23 years, which comprised of 19 years custody and a 4 year extended licence.
Tim Storrie KC, leading Marianne Alton, appeared to prosecute for Cathryn Mackie at CPS North West.
Tim Storrie KC is ranked by Chambers and Partners for his work in Criminal Practice and in Fraud and Business Crime, where he is described as “superb”.
He acts for both the prosecution and defence in homicides and cases involving organised crime.
Marianne Alton, who is described in the legal directories as “an exceptional advocate” is a specialist criminal practitioner.
To instruct Tim Storrie KC or Marianne Alton contact Chambers.
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