Samuel Winter killing: Southwark Tube attacker jailed
Following Miles's conviction, Mr Winter's family said: "We have lost our gentle, hugely compassionate, funny, intelligent and hard-working son Sam because of this entirely unprovoked and horrific assault."We would do anything and give everything to have Sam back with us. But he's gone for the rest of our lives."The pain of his loss is almost unbearable for us, his wider family, many friends and all the people in his community, whom he loved to help through his physiotherapy, service and personal generosity."We thank God, however, that his death isn't the end for us. We'll be reunited with Sam in heaven."The family said they had "unconditionally forgiven" Miles.
British Transport Police's Det Ch Insp Paul Attwell said in a statement: "Though nothing can bring Samuel back, I hope today's sentencing allows his family some small measure of comfort as they continue to grieve for him."It only took one punch from Miles to end Samuel's life and forever change the lives of those around him."He showed no remorse for his action, leaving Samuel at the station and continuing on with his evening."
Miles, of East Street in Southwark, was also sentenced to a further 5 years on licence. He must serve just under five and a half years' imprisonment before he will be eligible for parole.
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