A man has been labeled a monster after strangling his ex-partner and texting about it. The tragic incident has left the victim’s family heartbroken.
Charlene, 43, had been trying to rekindle their rocky relationship. But during a night together, things took a dark turn. The court learned that Pitt suffers from schizophrenia, which worsened due to drug use.
On the morning Charlene’s body was found, Pitt sent a chilling text to his ex-wife, confessing to the crime. When confronted, he admitted to strangling her with his bare hands. It’s heartbreaking.
Charlene’s family was devastated. They attended the hearing while Pitt appeared via video link from a psychiatric hospital. He pleaded guilty to manslaughter, citing diminished responsibility. Medical experts agreed his mental state played a role.
Charlene’s mother, Delphine, shared her pain, saying, “Peter has taken one of the most precious things away from me.” She described how Pitt manipulated Charlene and exploited her financially for his drug habit.
Amber, Charlene’s sister, confronted Pitt, calling him “the scum of the earth.” She expressed how much Charlene loved him, despite his abusive behavior. It’s so sad to see how love can turn into such tragedy.
The prosecutor detailed the events leading up to the killing. Charlene had been living apart from Pitt but visited him on September 30, 2023. She was last seen entering his home around 1:21 am. By 10 am, Pitt had confessed to the crime.
When his ex-wife arrived, Pitt told her, “It’s over now. It’s finished.” He led them to the bedroom, where they found Charlene’s lifeless body. He was arrested shortly after, claiming he felt poisoned.
Pitt has a history of mental health issues and prior convictions. He had shown troubling behavior before the incident, even visiting a police station with a crossbow. His defense highlighted his chronic schizophrenia and delusions.
Sentencing has been postponed until January 24. Psychiatrists will provide more evidence, and Pitt is likely to be detained under the Mental Health Act for treatment. It’s a tragic situation for everyone involved.
