Gateshead Council is launching an independent review following the tragic murder of Eve McIntyre by her partner, John Baldwin, who has a history of violence.
Eve was killed by her partner, John Baldwin, who attacked her with a meat cleaver. He was sentenced to life in prison last week. The court heard he had a history of controlling and violent behavior. Eve had reported this to neighbors and authorities before her death.
Gateshead Council is now looking into their contact with Eve before the incident. Councillor Angela Douglas expressed the community’s shock and sadness over the murder. She emphasized the importance of learning from this tragedy to prevent future incidents.
Baldwin inflicted 37 wounds on Eve during the attack in their home. Afterward, he boarded a bus, covered in blood and carrying the cleaver. Witnesses reported seeing bruises on Eve, and she had confided in neighbors about the abuse.
Despite her struggles, Eve was hesitant to involve the police. Baldwin eventually pleaded guilty to murder and received a minimum sentence of 18 years and 162 days. The investigation continues as the council seeks to improve community safety.
