Convicted Double Killer Found Guilty of Neighbor’s Brutal Murder

Brian Whitelock, previously jailed for murder and manslaughter, killed Wendy Buckney in a violent attack after his release from prison.

Brian Whitelock, 57, was convicted of murdering his neighbor Wendy Buckney, 71, in a violent attack at her home in Clydach, Swansea, in August 2022.
Whitelock, who was released from prison in 2018 after serving 18 years for murder and manslaughter, had been deemed a low risk by the Parole Board prior to his release.
The attack involved a kitchen knife, a broken table leg, and wooden shelving, with evidence suggesting Buckney endured severe injuries and possible sexual assault.
Whitelock represented himself at trial, claiming memory loss due to a brain injury, but the jury unanimously found him guilty after deliberating for less than 30 minutes.
The victim’s family described Buckney as a kind and beloved figure, expressing gratitude for the guilty verdict and hoping for closure ahead of Whitelock’s sentencing on December 20.