Samuel Jingle Sentenced to Life for Partner's Murder in WA

Samuel Jade Lincoln Jingle, 37, has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum non-parole period of 19 years for the murder of his partner, Ms Murray, 32. The sentencing occurred in the WA Supreme Court.

Key Details

Jingle stabbed Ms Murray 14 times and strangled her with a belt in December 2024. The horrific incident took place in Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia.

Justice Michael Gething characterized the attack as "impulsive and unsophisticated," noting Jingle's "high level of anger." The court heard Jingle had consumed alcohol heavily and used methylamphetamine at the time of the incident.

Justice Michael Gething characterized the attack as "impulsive and unsophisticated," noting Jingle's "high level of anger."

The relationship between Jingle and Ms Murray lasted 10 years and was marked by "distrust and conflict." Jingle had a history of violence against Ms Murray, for which he had previously served jail time.

Jingle pleaded guilty to murder. His minimum sentence was backdated to December 2024, the month the crime was committed.

Family's Response

Gavin Smith, Ms Murray's brother, stated that the family was satisfied with the sentence but continued to experience profound grief. He described his sister as a "loving, kind and respectful person" and expressed a desire for an end to violence in the Kimberley region.

Mr. Smith also suggested that earlier intervention regarding Jingle's abusive behaviors might have been possible. Ms Murray was a mother of three children.