Moment killer tells girlfriend ‘get the f*** off me now’ simply earlier than murdering her
Ring doorbell footage shows Charlie James Jeans and Samantha Murphy arriving at her house in Portsmouth on June 4 last year, shortly before she was killed
The footage was shown in court(Image: Crown Prosecution Service / SWNS)
A killer was caught on a Ring doorbell telling his girlfriend to “get the f*** off me now” – moments before brutally murdering her. Footage shows Charlie James Jeans and Samantha Murphy arriving at her house in Portsmouth, Hants., late on June 4 last year.
Jeans, 31, can be heard swearing at Samantha as they enter the property at around 11:45pm, just moments before she lost her life Police say a neighbour heard a loud voice shouting “I’m going to kill you”, and then a woman screaming, a short time later.
And at around 12:20am Jeans sent a text message to his mother telling her: ‘I’m going to prison for a very long time I love you’.
Jeans was then seen on the doorbell camera leaving the address at 1:40am, after which he went into hiding for four days, until being located and arrested. He later appeared at court after being caught by police.
He initially pleaded not guilty to murder and appeared at Portsmouth Crown Court last week for trial, but five days in, on Monday (15/6), he changed his plea and admitted to murdering Samantha.
On Wednesday, June 17, Jeans, of Margate Road in Southsea was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 17 years. Samantha’s family and friends, speaking outside of court after the hearing, said they had “secured justice” for Samantha.
They said: “Sam was a kind and loving daughter, sister, and mother. To me, she was my best friend and sidekick.
“To her sisters, Louise & Jodie, she was a deeply beloved friend and baby sister. Her contagious laugh lit up every room, and she was adored by all who met her.
“Above all, Sam was a fiercely devoted mother to her three young children. They were her world. We are united in our promise to give them the love, care, and support they need to thrive. We will ensure they grow up knowing exactly how much their mother adored them.
“From the beginning, we were determined to see justice done. Reaching this milestone allows us to focus entirely on celebrating Sam’s life, and we will never allow the light she brought to us all to be forgotten.
“We extend our deepest thanks to Hampshire Constabulary and Jo Martin KC for her unwavering support and dedication. Shine bright, Sammie.”
Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Jody Beresford said: “Samantha’s life was cut cruelly short by a man who she should have been able to trust and rely on. Jeans betrayed her in a way that most people cannot even imagine.
“In one selfish, violent act, he has robbed Samantha of her future and her family and friends of their loved one.
“Whilst I am glad to see Jeans put behind bars, today my thoughts remain solely with those who knew and loved Samantha. Murder is a crime that no sentence will ever truly bring justice for.
“I’d like to thank Samantha’s family for their support throughout this investigation. I can only imagine how difficult the last year has been for you all, but your assistance has been invaluable in seeing today’s result secured.
“I would also like to thank my investigation team, who’s relentless hard work and dedication left Jeans with no choice but to admit his guilt and face the consequences.
“This includes DC Caz Reason and Family Liaison Officers DC Mark Johnson and PSI Vicki Rowen, who have supported Samantha’s family for over a year and worked tirelessly to prepare the case for trial.”
If you, or someone you care about, is experiencing domestic abuse, you can phone The National Domestic Abuse Helpline to discuss your options call 0808 2000 247.
