He also burned Bates all over her body using hot irons and scalding water. On April 16, 1996, middle-aged James Smith drowned his 17-year-old girlfriend, Kelly-Anne, in the bath.. And theres nobody to blame; only the monster. Kelly often babysat for families in her area. Pathetic cunt. Theyd contacted the police, but since she was 16 and capable of making her own decisions, law enforcement refused to help the terrified parents. This memorial website was created in memory of James Patterson, 29, born on December 7, 1957 and passed away on February 0, 1987. I feel like they were more afraid of her being upset with them, than they were of the ultimate outcome. Over the next few months, Kelly continued to see James off and on. He was sentenced to life imprisonment, serving a minimum of 20 years. He killed her months later. He wont stop. James claimed that he initially assumed she was playing dead, as she had done so in the past, but when the authorities arrived, they found Kellys blood smeared on the floor and walls in every room in the house. His ex wife described him as a sadistic misogynist and it seems that every female this man had ever been involved with was mercilessly abused. Kelly Anne Bates: Tortured to Death - Exploring True Crime, The Girl in the Cupboard Sanam Navsarka, The Monster of Worcester David McGreavy, Friends Close, Enemies Closer Christine Paolilla. Healthy mother-of-two, 32, collapsed and died from brain bleed while she led fitness bounce class. There are POWS who treated better and war crimes not nearly as shocking. She gave everything to her first love even her life. This site has been saved! He burned her all over her body using hot irons and scalding water. Naval Officer in 1983. The couple had hidden their love from Kellys disapproving parents, but at 16 (the age of consent) she moved in with him. This Actress's Murder Changed Stalking Laws, 40 People Heard Kitty Genovese Being Murdered. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Her posture eroded her head was always down, chin to her chest. She rarely bathed, and her clothes were filthy, all of which very much out of character for Kelly Anne. James E. Smith. James went to the police station and calmly explained that his girlfriend his accidentally drowned in the bath; he claiming that she had inhaled bathwater and died even though hed tried his best to save her. Kelly was 16 at the time and in Britain she was an adult, her parents could not force her to stay away from her boyfriend, although she didnt know what was best for her. In the four weeks leading to her death she was kept a prisoner, rendered helpless . She informed her parents that she had been in a relationship for two years with 32-year-old James. As a teenager, James took up employment as an orderly working the night shifts in Mclean Hospital in Belmont to pay the college fee. Log in, How I Survived Bullies, Broccoli And Snake Hill, Saving The World And Other Extreme Sports, The Nerdiest, Wimpiest, Dorkiest I Funny Ever, The Twelve Topsy-Turvy, Very Messy Days Of Christmas, Treasure Hunters: The Greatest Treasure Hunt. The books also provided the basis for a TV series telecast in 2007-08. You dont get 27 years for just being an addict. He tied her hair to the radiator. Agence France-Presse Wed, 19 Nov 1997 LONDON, Nov 20 (AFP) - A sadist who systematically tortured his 17-year-old girlfriend for up to a month before drowning her in the bath was jailed for a minimum of 20 years Wednesday. Pleased with this new style of colloquial storytelling, by the early 90s, he was writing in an unembellished style streamlined WITH fast-paced plots in small chapters. Abrupt personality changes changes were also noted: Kelly Ann was not the happy, chatty girl theyd raised suddenly she was quiet, nervous, and her appearance was unkempt. When she returned home, they almost didnt recognize her. Though I agree that this case is worse than that of Sylvia Likens, releasing ringleader Gertrude Baniszewski from prison after 19 years was still wrong in view of all the terrible things she did to Sylvia. In 1996, even though Patterson was the chairman of J Walter Thompson, he quit the organization to concentrate on his writing. James was 45, and smitten with 14 year old Kelly. If you, or someone you know is experiencing violence at home, please seek help. On March 10, 1996, Margret called Kelly to inform her that she had missed a dentist appointment. Smith and Bates met while she babysat the children of a friend. Yeah, hes a goof, but you dont have to use derogatory terms pertaining to intellectual disability and female genitalia to insult the pos. How could they not? Personally, James Patterson's novels are all about the coauthors, who do most of the writing based on the outline created by Patterson. Plot #34044040. That will be the last time they spoke to each other. As it would soon be discovered, Smith had a history of violence towards women. Also theres a new article including crime scene photos on my Patreon. I need a cheap laptop, microphones, etc. Your parents must have done a wonderful job of dragging you up. I am filled will disgust at this man, like wth makes some body be such an revolting person. James Patterson Smith, 49, was found guilty of murdering Kelly By now, James has complete control over her. For only $3 you can help this site stay up and running! They had spoken to him on the phone but were completely oblivious to his age. How does the human body take such abuse without succumbing? This killer has been diagnosed as a sadistic psychopath who will always harm women if given the opportunity. James was 40 years old at the time of death. As for Margret, she wishes, I want him to die just like Kelly did. Joshua Patrick Patterson, 44, of Morgantown, born Aug. 11, 1978, out-throttled the wings of his guardian angel on Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023, on his Harley-Davidson. He was no different to Kelly Anne Bates but instead escalated the abuse to a frightening new level. By the same token Europe doesnt have as many serial murderers per capita as the States does. //-->