Abingdon stabbing: Family of man stabbed in Poundland tell of 'shock and distress'

Relatives of Justin Skrebowski, 61, have described him as a kind and caring father and husband following his death on Monday
Jamie Bullen10 December 2015

The family of a man fatally stabbed in a Poundland store have told of their “deep shock and distress” following his death.

Relatives of 61-year-old Justin Skrebowski said his life had been “snatched away” when he was knifed in Abingdon on Monday.

In a statement issued through Thames Valley Police, he was described as a kind and caring father and husband.

It said: “He was an optimistic and forward-looking man, a deeply-caring husband and a very proud and loving father to his children.

"It seems very hard that such a kind and caring individual should be snatched away from his family and friends in such a terrible way.

"The family greatly appreciates all the concern and sympathy expressed by the public and the media. As we are all in deep shock and distress, we would now appreciate a quiet period of mourning."

Trevor Joyce, 36, of Franklyn Close, Abingdon, has been charged with Mr Skrebowski's murder. He is due to appear at Oxford Crown Court on Friday.

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