'Our lives have changed forever because of killer's actions' - says shattered family of Christmas Day murder victim
The family of Cannock Christmas Day murder victim Louis Price have spoken of how his killer's actions have "forever" changed their lives.
Carless, 33, was found guilty at Stafford Crown Court of murder yesterday (Wednesday) after knifing him to death in a jealous rage at his parents home.
His family said: “On Christmas Day 2024 our family’s lives changed forever, our world would never be the same. We lost our son, brother, father, uncle, best friend, and fishing buddy forever. Our hearts ache just waiting every day to wake up from a nightmare. But we never will because this is our reality.
“A reality where Louis was murdered by the woman who he loved. The trauma that Kirsty has caused our family will never leave us, now knowing the details of what has happened and everything we have had to go through because of what Kirsty has done will haunt us for the rest of our lives. Walking into our family home where we know Louis passed away is a constant and unforgiving reminder."
The family added: “Louis leaves behind his children, who he will never get to see grow up. They will never get to have their dad see them get married or go through life. Louis was the beating heart of this family. He was funny, vibrant and kind hearted, and with losing him all of our hearts have a little piece missing."
Carless is being sentenced today at Stafford Crown Court and has been warned that she faces life in prison for stabbing the man with whom she shares a young child.
The family added: “No sentence will ever be long enough for what Kirsty has done, nothing can bring back our Louis, but having justice against Kirsty is a small step towards ensuring his memory lives on and she pays for what she has done.
“We would like to thank Graham’s dad and Eleanor’s family for the love and support they have shown us through what has been the hardest part of our lives. Also, we would like to thank all of the legal team and all of the investigating team who have helped to bring justice for Louis.”
Det Insp Lisa Holland, of Staffordshire Police major investigations team, who led the investigation added: “Louis was tragically taken from his family and friends by a manipulative and jealous woman.
“His family have been incredibly brave throughout this whole process and have endured horrific pain, which is going to stay with them forever.
“I’m pleased that Carless is going to serve justice for what she did to Louis, his family and everyone who knew him.”
