https://somersetdaily.co.uk/tags/lorrydriver/Recent content in lorrydriver on Somerset DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usTue, 14 Jul 2026 14:54:12 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/lorry-driver-murdered-with-samurai-sword-in-jealousy-fueled-killing-jury-hears/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:54:12 +0000https://somersetdaily.co.uk/lorry-driver-murdered-with-samurai-sword-in-jealousy-fueled-killing-jury-hears/A tragic case of jealousy and obsession unfolded in Somerset as a lorry driver was allegedly murdered by his partner’s former lover using a samurai sword. Michael Bretton, 41, stands accused of killing Craig Hurcombe, 39, at his place of work in Gurney Slade on January 1. According to evidence presented at Bristol Crown Court, Mr. Hurcombe had been in a long-term relationship with Kate Saunders, which ended in 2023. Later, Ms.