'Tina was portrayed in a way that is not true to who she was'
Members of the Howard family (Lorraine Howard Red Jacket Brown hair and Sarah Howard Blonde hair denim jacket) speak to the press after the conviction of Richard Satchwell of Tina Satchwell, at the CCJ in Dublin today. Photo: Collins Courts
The family of Tina Satchwell, who was murdered by her husband and buried in a secret grave beneath the stairs of their home, has said that their "precious sister, cousin, auntie and daughter" was portrayed in a way during the trial that was "not true to who she was".
Speaking outside the Criminal Courts of Justice building today after Richard Satchwell was found guilty of murdering his wife of 25 years, Tina Satchwell's half-sister, Lorraine Howard, made a statement on behalf of the family.
Ms Satchwell's cousin Sarah Howard also said a few words.
''Their hard work and professionalism shone through like the classy ladies that you are.’
"I would like to personally thank Sarah Howard, who came up to give evidence and her support two weeks postpartum with a beautiful baby girl, you did yourself and Tina proud. Thank you to Anne Marie Twomey and David Kelleher for putting the pieces together and finding Tina.’’
Tina's cousin, Sarah Howard then made a statement, telling the media: ‘’During this trial Tina was portrayed in a way that is not true to who she was,’’ she said.
"Tina was our precious sister, cousin, auntie and daughter. Her presence in our lives meant so much to us all. We as a family can never put into words the impact her loss has had on us. Tina was a kind, loving and gentle soul, who loved her animals like they loved her and that's the way we want her remembered.
''Today, as a family, we finally have justice for Tina and at this time our family would like to ask for privacy to begin our healing. Thank you.’’
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