Norfolk woman admits stabbing former partner in chest

Marquita Kershaw, 40, stabbed Wayne McCloud in the chest with a large kitchen knife near her home in Mace Road, Bradwell.

Mr McCloud, who also suffered a defensive wound to his hand, was taken to the James Paget University Hospital (JPUH) following the attack which happened at about 10.44pm on November 10 last year.

The stab wound suffered by Mr McCloud was so deep it "grazed the liver".

Kershaw had been due to go on trial at Norwich Crown Court having denied wounding with intent and unlawful wounding.

Norwich Crown Court (Image: Peter Walsh, Newsquest)A jury was selected on Monday (November 20) with the case due to be opened on Tuesday (November 1).

But Kershaw pleaded guilty to unlawful wounding.

John Morgans, prosecuting, said following discussions with the victim and the officer in the case it had been decided the plea was acceptable.

Will Carter, representing Kershaw, said there would be an application for a pre-sentence report on behalf of the defendant.

He said she was now 40 and had matters recorded against her.

Marquita Kershaw (Image: Peter Walsh, Newsquest)Mr Carter said Kershaw had undertaken a domestic violence course which she had found "helpful".

He added probation would need to "explore the extent to which she drinks".

Judge Andrew Shaw adjourned sentence until January 18 and ordered a pre-sentence report to be carried out prior to her being sentenced early next year.

Judge Andrew Shaw (Image: Newsquest)But Judge Shaw warned Kershaw this was "a serious offence".

He said "all options", including custody were open.

Kershaw was granted bail with conditions, including that she stay at her address between 10pm and 6am.