The Tragic Murder of Eliza Bibby: A Shocking Case Uncovered
In 2023, the small town of Wisbech in Cambridgeshire was rocked by the brutal murder of Eliza Bibby, a 47-year-old disabled woman. The gruesome details of her death and the subsequent investigation will be featured in Channel 4’s two-part special 24 Hours in Police Custody: Murder on Prescription.
The Tragic Murder of Eliza Bibby: A Shocking Case Uncovered
Eliza Bibby was found dead in her home, lying in a pool of blood on her kitchen floor after suffering multiple stab wounds to the neck. The horrific discovery was made by a close friend who had come to check on her. Despite the brutal nature of the attack, no murder weapon was found at the scene, leaving investigators to follow several leads.
Initially, two suspects were quickly arrested in connection to her murder. Among them was Jamie Boughen, 45, a man with a dark history. However, just days after his arrest, Boughen was found dead in his cell at HMP Peterborough, in what was later deemed a non-suspicious death. This twist only deepened the mystery surrounding Eliza’s murder.
As the investigation progressed, police uncovered startling new evidence. A large stash of heroin was found in Eliza’s home, along with paperwork suggesting she had been selling prescription drugs. What had first appeared to be a straightforward murder case was revealed to have a far more complex backdrop.
The case finally came to a conclusion in October 2023, when Jamie Boughen was found guilty of Eliza Bibby’s murder. Boughen, who had been a customer of Eliza’s illicit drug business, had viciously attacked her, likely in an attempt to extract information related to drugs. Though the murder weapon was missing for some time, it was later discovered on a nearby garage roof, with DNA from both Eliza and Boughen.
During sentencing, Judge Mark Bishop described the significant violence Boughen inflicted on Eliza before taking her life. He was sentenced to life in prison, with a minimum of 22 years to be served before he is eligible for parole.
This tragic story of drugs, violence, and betrayal highlights the devastating consequences of addiction and the dangers of becoming entangled in illicit activities. As the 24 Hours in Police Custody special will show, Eliza Bibby’s life ended far too soon, leaving behind questions, heartache, and a community forever changed by her loss.
