Double-Killer Gets Life For "Massive Disrespect" Murder

A double-killer is beginning a life sentence after stabbing a man to death in a north-west London street for showing “massive disrespect.”

Ex-prisoner Dean Gabay, 23, (pic.bottom) plunged a knife into the stomach and thigh of 26 year-old Arron Payne (pic.top) and was ordered to serve at least twenty-five years.

The Old Bailey heard Gabay had already served a 21-month manslaughter sentence for killing Janusz Krason, 36, with a single punch.

He was convicted of murdering Mr. Payne in Chalkhill Road, Wembley, who was stabbed on September 5 and died in St. Mary's Hospital, Paddington eight days later.

The court heard the victim was targeted after his cousin had been involved in a clash the day before with an associate of Gabay's.

He was approached by a group of men, including the defendant, as he walked along the street at 7.00pm and fatally stabbed.

Detective Chief Inspector Andy Partridge said: "Arron Payne was a decent hardworking young man, raised within a close-knit family and with an exciting future ahead of him.


"On any view, the attack on Arron was a senseless and cowardly act.

“Whilst no sentence imposed can make amends for their tragic loss, I hope that this conviction will provide some small degree of solace to Arron's family and friends.



"I wish to pay tribute to Arron's family who have shown immense courage and dignity since his tragic death last September. 



"Sadly, this case once again highlights the dangers of carrying knives and demonstrates that the Police and criminal justice system will vigorously pursue those who take part in such serious violent attacks.”

Arron's mother
Monica Campbell said: "Our son Arron Henry Payne was wise beyond his years.

“He had grown into a true gentleman. He was hard working, spoke his mind and despite the loss of his twin brother, Antone, at the age of thirteen he overcame considerable odds.



"Our family had to deal with the death of Arron's brother Antone which was beyond our control.

“Arron however has been taken from us. We had no time to prepare and his death has shaken every single one of us to the very core and turned our lives upside down.



"An act of senseless violence by a man hell bent on revenge has put us here and although this finding of guilt will not bring Arron back, it at least brings closure for us after a long and arduous twelve months of hurt.

“We hope now we can grieve in peace.”