Logan Burnett, 27, sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Courtney Mitchell in Ipswich.

Logan Burnett, 27, of All Saints Road, Ipswich, has been sentenced to life imprisonment after being found guilty of the murder of 25-year-old Courtney Mitchell. The tragic killing occurred in Burrell Road, Ipswich, where Mitchell was fatally stabbed in a violent confrontation in 2023.

Burnett was convicted after a trial at Ipswich Crown Court, which heard how the victim was attacked with a knife in an unprovoked assault. The incident unfolded on the evening of the attack when Burnett, armed with a knife, confronted Mitchell in what police have described as a ‘frenzied’ attack. Mitchell was found with multiple stab wounds, and despite efforts by paramedics to save her, she tragically died at the scene.

During the trial, it was revealed that Burnett had been involved in a long-standing dispute with Mitchell, but the exact motive for the killing remains unclear. Prosecutors argued that Burnett’s actions were calculated and driven by personal animosity, with no regard for the consequences. The defence, however, maintained that the killing was not premeditated.

Mitchell’s family has been left devastated by her loss, and in a statement following the sentencing, her relatives described her as a “loving daughter, sister, and friend.” They expressed their grief and frustration at the senseless nature of the crime, which has left them shattered.

Judge Mark Jarman, who presided over the case, described Burnett’s actions as “brutal and unforgivable.” He sentenced Burnett to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 25 years before he is eligible for parole. The judge also noted that Burnett’s violent tendencies were evident, and he posed a significant risk to others.

The killing of Courtney Mitchell has deeply shocked the Ipswich community, and tributes have poured in for the victim, with many describing her as a kind and caring individual whose life was tragically cut short. Local residents have expressed their outrage at the senseless violence that claimed her life.

Following the sentencing, Mitchell’s family thanked the police for their diligent investigation, which led to Burnett’s conviction. They also expressed their hopes that this case serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of knife crime.

Burnett, who showed no visible reaction during the sentencing, will now begin his life sentence in prison. The judge’s ruling has brought a sense of closure to the victim’s family, though the pain of losing Courtney Mitchell will continue to haunt them for years to come