Inside ‘house of horrors' where tenant smothered landlady before chopping up body – as it hits market for half a million
Scott Paterson smothered 74-year-old Annette Smith with a pillow at their shared home.
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A murder house where an elderly landlady was killed by her tenant has gone on sale
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The house has hit the market for £550,000
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Annette Smith was brutally murdered at the home
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The disturbing case featured on an episode of 24 Hours in Police Custody titled The Butcher of Suburbia which showed bodycam footage of officers walking through the home.
Paterson had been living with Annette for several years when she suffered a stroke and he began caring for her.
The 45-year-old then murdered Annette in November 2023, using a pillow to smother her to death.
Paterson attempted to cover his tracks by using a kitchen knife and saw to dismember her body.
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He then hid her remains in a storage unit in Letchworth, Hertfordshire.
Annette's family became suspicious and alerted the police and Paterson confessed to the murder soon after being arrested.
Annette's body was discovered in a suitcase in a storage locker in May last year.
The property in Fairfield, Bedfordshire, is now on the market for £550,000 and is being advertised by Fine & Country.
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The Grade ll listed building features a master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, vaulted ceilings, an open plan kitchen and dining room and a large garden perfect for 'entertaining and al fresco dining'.
The description reads: 'A uniquely designed three bedroom apartment.
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'This remarkable property seamlessly blends period features with modern comfort.
'The moment you step into the entrance, the expansive space and unique architectural details capture your attention, situated within the ever so popular Fairfield Park.
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'This remarkable property seamlessly blends period features with modern comfort.
'The focal point of this property is undoubtedly its vaulted ceilings.
'Towering above, these ceilings create an airy and majestic atmosphere, providing a sense of openness and grandeur.
'The arches and curves of the vaulted design add a touch of elegance, reflecting a bygone era.
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'The living spaces are generously proportioned, offering an abundance of room for various purposes.
'The main reception area is a vast expanse, bathed in natural light streaming through large windows.
'The open-plan kitchen/diner connects living, dining and even entertainment areas, fostering a sense of connectivity.'
It goes on to say that the 'property is being sold with vacant possession following the death of the previous occupier at the house.'
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Paterson was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 20 years, six months after Annette's body was found.
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The property in Fairfield, Bedfordshire, is up for sale
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The description of the property states it's 'being sold with vacant possession following the death of the previous occupier at the house'
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Scott Paterson was sentenced to life in prison for Annette's murder
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