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Life Imprisonment for Peter Janoski and 10-Year Sentence for Dylan Myrie in Luton Stabbing

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The tragic case of Dean Fountaine, a 37-year-old man from Leighton Buzzard who was stabbed to death in Luton in 2023, has come to a close with the sentencing of two men responsible for his murder. Peter Janoski, 45, has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 29 years, while Dylan Myrie, 21, has been sentenced to 10 years and six months for manslaughter. The two men had conspired to rob Fountaine, who was running drugs for a rival gang, and their actions resulted in his brutal killing.

Key Takeaways:

  • Peter Janoski, 45, was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 29 years for his role in the murder of Dean Fountaine.
  • Dylan Myrie, 21, was sentenced to 10 years and six months for manslaughter in relation to Fountaine's death.
  • Both Janoski and Myrie were found guilty of conspiracy to commit robbery, with the sentences to run concurrently.
  • Fountaine's mother expressed her gratitude for the sentencing, stating it had brought a "slightest bit of justice" to her and her family.
  • The police investigation into Fountaine's death was lengthy, with a nine-week trial at Luton Crown Court before the guilty verdicts were reached.
  • Detective Chief Inspector Sam Khanna expressed his condolences to Fountaine's family and thanked officers and staff involved in the investigation.
  • The case highlights the impact of the illicit drugs trade on communities in Bedfordshire, with Khanna calling on the community to work with the police to prevent further tragic incidents.

Statistics:

  • Dean Fountaine was 37 years old when he was stabbed to death in Ashton Road, Luton, on June 19, 2023.
  • Peter Janoski was 45 years old at the time of sentencing.
  • Dylan Myrie was 21 years old at the time of sentencing.
  • The two men conspired to rob Fountaine, who was running drugs for a rival gang.
  • Fountaine died the day after being taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds.
  • The police investigation into Fountaine's death lasted for over two years before the guilty verdicts were reached.

Sources:

  • "Family pays tribute to Leighton-Buzzard man stabbed to death in Luton" (Leighton Buzzard Online)
  • "Two convicted after Leighton-Buzzard man stabbed to death" (Leighton Buzzard Online)

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