Gareth Pursehouse, convicted of the first-degree murder of Dr. Amie Harwick, ex-fiancee of actor and comedian Drew Carey, has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The sentencing follows a September trial where Pursehouse was found guilty, with evidence including a special circumstance allegation and surveillance video linking him to the crime.
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The tragic incident unfolded in February 2020 when Pursehouse broke into Harwick’s home, waiting for her return before launching a fatal attack and throwing her off a third-story balcony. This act of violence was attributed to his inability to move on from their previous relationship, which had ended years earlier. Harwick had reportedly shared concerns about Pursehouse’s behavior with friends shortly before her death.
While Pursehouse’s defense admitted to his unlawful entry into Harwick’s residence, they contested the intent to kill, suggesting Harwick might have fallen accidentally. However, their argument did not sway the jury’s decision, leading to Pursehouse’s life sentence delivered on Wednesday, December 6. The case has highlighted issues of domestic violence and the tragic consequences of unresolved personal grievances.
