Man given life sentence for killing 61-year-old woman in Bromyard
55-year-old Julian Thomas has been sentenced today (12 June) after he admitted to murdering Ann Marie Green last year
Last updated 12th Jun 2026
A 55-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of a woman in Herefordshire last September.
Julian Thomas, of no fixed abode, has been told he will serve a minimum of 18 years and 158 days at today's (June 12) sentencing hearing at Worcester Crown Court.
Mr Thomas pled guilty in April to killing 61-year-old Ann Marie Green, who was found dead at an address on Apple Tree Close, Bromyard, on the 27 September 2025, and also pleaded guilty to assaulting her on the 10 July last year (2025).
In a statement released following her death, Ann Marie's family said: “We are mourning the loss of a wonderful mum, stepmum, wife, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother.
“Our mum was one of a kind. Always took in everybody as one of her own.
"She was kind, caring and as a family we are all lost without her.
“Losing her has left a great hole in our lives that can never be filled.
“We will now concentrate on grieving as a family and getting her the justice she deserves."
Detective Chief Inspector Gareth Lougher, from the Major Investigation Unit, said: “This was a brutal and senseless attack on a woman in her own community, and our thoughts remain firmly with Ann Marie’s family and loved ones as they continue to come to terms with their devastating loss.
“Thomas is a dangerous individual, and today’s sentence ensures he will no longer pose a threat to the public. While no sentence can ever undo the harm caused, we hope this outcome provides some measure of justice for Ann Marie’s family and reflects the seriousness of his actions.
“I would also like to recognise the dedication and professionalism of the investigation team, whose work ensured Thomas was brought to justice.”