Scots killer who stabbed Celtic fan in the heart during frenzied attack is jailed

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A killer who stabbed his friend through the heart during a frenzied attack has been jailed for eight years. Francis McConnachie murdered Thomas O'Rourke, 21, after a row between the pair broke out on Coldstream Crescent in Wishaw on February 24, 2023.McConnachie repeatedly landed blows on the Celtic fan's head and body before stabbing him in the body four times across his chest, ribs and then heart, before dealing another blow of blunt force to his victim's head.The 36-year-old from Wishaw denied murdering Thomas, claiming self-defence, and had been under the influence of alcohol and valium at the time of the incident.

At the High Court in Glasgow on Monday, McConnachie was handed eight years in jail. Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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