Shana Tanesia Cover's body was found at her home in Rugby
An "extremely controlling" man has been jailed for murdering his estranged wife at her Warwickshire flat.
Owen Anthony Williams, 51, had denied killing Shana Tanesia Cover, 34.
Ms Cover's body was found at her home in Morton Gardens, Rugby, on 21 August 2014. Police said she had not been seen for a week before her body was found.
A jury at Warwick Crown Court found Williams, of Grizedale in Rugby, guilty of murder. He was sentenced to life with a minimum term of 22 years.
'Dangerous individual'
Police said Williams had attended the flat during the week prior to Shana's body being discovered and attacked her, causing serious injuries to her neck.
Det Supt James Essex, who led the investigation, said: "This was a vicious and brutal attack. It is clear that Williams is an extremely controlling and dangerous individual and we welcome today's sentence.
Owen Anthony Williams, 51, had denied killing his estranged wife
"Our thoughts today are with Shana's family and friends; nobody should have to lose a loved one in such a way."
Yvonne Rose, Shana's mother, said: "I would like to take this opportunity to thank the judge, barristers and jury for their role in bringing the accused to justice."
- Published29 August 2014
