Overview

• Kieron Goodwin, 33, was found guilty of murdering his partner, Olivia Wood, after a five-week trial at Bristol Crown Court.
• Goodwin was also convicted of 15 additional offences, including rape, assault by penetration, and intentional strangulation, against Wood and three other women.
• The court heard that Goodwin subjected Wood to a three-month campaign of physical, psychological, and financial abuse before fatally strangling her when she planned to leave.
• Evidence included WhatsApp messages, financial records showing Wood transferred over £6,000 to Goodwin, and a packed suitcase found at his flat, indicating her intent to leave.
• The case underscores the use of digital and financial evidence to prosecute coercive control, with detectives praising the bravery of victims who came forward.