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December 3, 2021

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After his grandson killed and pushed the grandfather in a dispute over his will, he was sentenced to three years imprisonment for manslaughter.

John Bathers, 80, fell to his knees and was pushed forward by Ashley Sumner (31), in a heated argument about how his money would be divided on September 6.

After admitting manslaughter, Sumner was sentenced for three years to prison in Oswestry (Shropshire).

Sumner pushed Sumner and Mr Bathers placed his arm on his grandson’s chest. Sumner was unstable on his feet and prone to fall. Sumner fell backwards.

Stafford Crown Court heard Sumner, a Shropshire resident took his grandfather’s vehicle without his consent.

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The court was informed by his daughters that they called an ambulance because they were worried about their welfare. They were informed that they would need to wait five hours.

His health declined rapidly over the following hours and his daughters eventually discovered that Mr Bathers was unconscious. He died two days later in hospital.

Doctors later discovered that he had suffered from a brain hemorhage following a fall on his head.

According to Sumner’s court testimony, he was unhappy that Mr Bathers had promised him money, and was being split among other family members.

Robert Price, the prosecution, stated that they had previously disagreed, but it led to physical contact.

Price stated that the defendant wasn’t happy with the modification he made. Price believed that the provision he made was inadequate and unfair.

It was clear that it caused tension in his life. He was not happy with the way he wanted it divided.

Before he died, Mr Bathers told his family that he had once again had an argument with his family about money and his will. He said that he fell on a rug and lost his entire balance.

Mr Price said that Ashley had pushed him backwards after he placed his hand on Ashley.

“He fell backwards because his rug’s corner was sticking up.”

According to the court, Mr Bathers had a loving relationship with his grandson. Sumner saw Mr Bathers more as a father figure, having lived with him growing-up.

Lynette McClement, Sumner’s defending attorney, stated Sumner was troubled by his relationships and that his family was worried about his drinking habits.

Sumner admitted to driving without a license, driving with no insurance, and taking a car without consent.

Ms McClement said that he used to take his grandfather’s car and that he returned it every time.

She said that Mr Sumner and Mr Bathers had a strong bond. This young man was dependent on him for support when all else failed.

“Mr Sumner said that he was extremely upset and devastated by the events that occurred that day.

Judge Mrs Justice May said that Sumner wasn’t going to cause the death his grandfather but it was wrong to touch an elderly, frail man. He could also be injured.

She was proud to say that Mr Bathers was her only grandchild who visited him and helped with the housework.

Sumner, who was unable to speak due to the video-link prison link during the sentencing hearing, cried and then broke down.

Judge stated, “That’s why the case is more sad and shameful.” He was an elderly man. He was an old man and deserved your attention, not pushing or anger.

“You didn’t mean to cause his death but in your anger that’s exactly what happened.”

“You will have to learn to accept it and make him proud again.”

After his grandson killed and pushed the grandfather in a dispute over the pensioner’s will, he was sentenced to three years imprisonment for manslaughter.