Justice Lucy McCallum said Gittany’s crime was not “premeditated” and sentenced him to 26 years with a non-parole period of 18 years. He will be eligible for release in 2031.
As the sentence was read out there were calls of “Over the balcony you go” from the public gallery, while Gittany’s sister shouted: “In the name of Jesus Christ, he won’t be doing any of that time!”
Gittany stared straight ahead throughout his appearance in the court, with his head dropping as he heard his sentence. He did not look at or speak to his family as he was led out of the courtroom.
Outside the court, Gittany’s lawyers announced they would be appealing against the sentence.
Gittany’s girlfriend Rachelle Louise was conspicuously absent from the sentencing hearing. She had supported her boyfriend throughout the trial, but was nowhere to be seen today.
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