Topic overview
In brief
- An inquest revealed that Anthony Buxton allegedly strangled his wife before taking his own life.
- Emergency services received a call from Mr. Buxton confessing to the act, stating he had killed his wife.
- Mental health assessments indicated Mr. Buxton was experiencing severe anxiety prior to the incident.
Summary
In September 2025, an inquest revealed that Anthony Buxton, 71, allegedly strangled his wife, Michelle Buxton, 69, before taking his own life at their home in Camelford, Cornwall. During a call to emergency services, Mr. Buxton reportedly confessed to the act, stating, 'I've done it, no one can stop me, I've killed her.' A post-mortem examination indicated that Mrs. Buxton died from prolonged forceful compression of the neck, while Mr. Buxton's death was attributed to a complex stab wound. The inquest concluded that Mr. Buxton's actions constituted unlawful killing of his wife, and he subsequently took his own life. However, it was noted that there was no evidence of third-party involvement, and mental health assessments prior to the incident indicated Mr. Buxton was experiencing severe anxiety. The report has limited confirmation from reliable sources, and the full context surrounding the events remains unclear, particularly regarding the mental health support provided to Mr. Buxton and the perceptions of those close to the couple regarding any potential risk of harm.