A terrorist found guilty of the brutal murder of three men in Reading last summer has been given whole life sentence.
The 26 year old Khairi Saadallah from Reading, pleaded guilty to three counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder at the Old Bailey in November. He was given life and also sentenced to 24 years' imprisonment for each of the three attempted murder charges to run concurrently. He will serve a life sentence without any possibility of parole or conditional release.
On 20 June last year, Saadallah stabbed James Furlong, 36, David Wails, 49, and Joe Ritchie-Bennett, aged 39 while they were enjoying an evening in Forbury Gardens. He also wounded a number of other men before fleeing the scene.
He was pursued by an off duty Thames Valley Police officer and arrested shortly afterwards. Counter Terrorism Policing South East then led the investigation into the murders.
Matthew Barber, Deputy Police & Crime Commissioner, said: "I welcome the whole life order for Saadallah, but we must remember that nothing can bring back those who lost their lives last summer. Our thoughts are with their friends and families who still suffer for this tragic loss.
"On the day we saw a fantastic response from Thames Valley Police and the other emergency services and from day one, Counter Terrorism Policing South East have led an incredibly professional investigation to ensure that Saadallah was brought to justice."
The Police & Crime Commissioner's victims service, Victim's First, is working to support those affected by this horrific attack. Anyone wanting support as a result of this or any other crime can contact Victims First on 0300 1234 148 or at victims-first.org.uk.
