A woman has been accused of murdering her film director sister by cutting her throat and stealing her Rolex watch, with evidence presented in court indicating that she had previously expressed intentions to kill her. The case involves Nancy Pexton, 70, who is charged with the murder of Jennifer Abbott Dauward at her residence in Mornington Place, Camden, on June 10 of the previous year.
During the proceedings at the Old Bailey, prosecutor Bill Boyce KC revealed a message sent by Pexton to her sister, stating, „You know I was planning to kill you but it was just a thought, I would never hurt you.“ Pexton, who does not have a fixed address, maintains her innocence regarding the murder.
Allegations of Betrayal and Threats
In a message read to the jury, Pexton expressed feelings of betrayal, saying, „You know Jenny, I always loved you from my heart and you betrayed me in every way because you jealous of me all the time since we were kids and your jealousy turned to hate.“ Abbott had shared this message with her nephew in November 2024, which included a warning to „watch your back from those you conned and stole money from.“
Pexton also cautioned her sister, stating, „You never know they could get you while you walking your dog. Be careful honey, I worry about you. You so many enemy (sic).“ Abbott reportedly confided in her nephew that she believed Pexton was „capable of anything“ and considered applying for a restraining order against her.
Concerning Messages and Evidence
According to the prosecution, Abbott had informed her nephew that Pexton had previously attempted to murder two of her boyfriends and had even hired individuals to assault someone named David. Boyce suggested that Pexton’s message to her sister stemmed from a combination of hatred, jealousy, and abuse.
Notes discovered on Pexton’s phone reportedly contained references to thoughts of killing her sister. The day before Abbott’s death, Pexton sent her a message saying, „Bless you, you sounded shocked that I'm coming to c u now. Sorry I scared you Thursday or Friday (sic).“
Discovery of the Crime Scene
Abbott was found deceased on the floor of her living room on June 13, with gaffer tape covering her mouth, after a neighbor forced entry into her apartment. Pexton was arrested five days later when authorities discovered her sister’s watch in her possession.
During police questioning, Pexton denied any involvement in her sister’s death, asserting that Abbott had entrusted her with the Rolex to „keep for her.“ She described her relationship with Abbott as close, claiming that they would argue like many siblings but would always reconcile.
Conflicting Accounts and Forensic Evidence
Pexton contended that Abbott’s blood had stained her clothing because she had embraced her sister during a nosebleed. However, Boyce presented scientific evidence indicating that Pexton had been covered in blood as a result of stabbing her sister multiple times. He also noted signs at Abbott’s apartment suggesting an attempt to clean up after the incident.
Boyce emphasized that Abbott would not have willingly given away her cherished Rolex watch, which she typically wore at all times. He stated, „The reality, of course, is that the defendant took the watch having stabbed her sister to do so.“ The trial is ongoing.
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