A 17-year-old boy has been convicted of manslaughter at Oxford Crown Court.

The teenager, who is from Milton Keynes and cannot be named for legal reasons due to his age, was convicted on Thursday, February 4 following an investigation by Thames Valley Police.

A murder trial was due to take place later this month, but a guilty plea was entered for manslaughter, which has been accepted by the prosecution.

His conviction relates to the death of 43-year-old Robin Williamson, of Awgar Stone Road, Oxford.

The teenager was convicted at Oxford Crown Court 

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Mr Williamson was attacked and stabbed with a screwdriver in an incident on October 27, 2019, in Wood Farm, Oxford.

He sadly died on November 12, 2019, with a post-mortem later revealing his death was as a result of the attack. 

A 16-year-old boy from Banbury, Oxfordshire, who was also due to stand trial, has been acquitted of all charges. 

The 17-year-old will be sentenced on March 1 at Oxford Crown Court.

Senior investigating officer, Detective Chief Inspector Stuart Bosley, said: “Our thoughts, as ever remain with the family and friends of Mr Williamson who tragically lost his life.

 “On consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service and with support from the victim’s family, a plea of manslaughter has been accepted.

The attack happened in Wood Farm in Oxford

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“The offender in this crime has admitted his involvement in the death of Mr Williamson.

“I would like to thank the family for their support throughout our investigation and I hope that this conviction gives them some closure and solace following the death their loved one.”