Lewis Hoare's custody shot, released in 2014 by Thames Valley Police
A MURDERER who kicked a Royal Navy veteran to death said he “wouldn’t tolerate bullies” – as he appeared in court for knocking down a prison guard.
Lewis Hoare was 19-years-old when he was given a life sentence in 2007 for punching and kicking Brian Kitching, 68, in Southsea, Hampshire, two years earlier.
He and three others falsely accused the retired navy rating of being a paedophile. Mr Kitching who died from his injuries six months after the attack.
Hoare admitted his guilt and gave important evidence against his co-accused, earning himself an eight year minimum term.