A WOMAN has been jailed for life for murdering her long-term partner in Peterborough.

Kim Chapman, 51, was yesterday found guilty of killing Paul Delo, 38, at their home in Heath Row, Dogsthorpe, Peterborough, on July 27 last year.

Cambridge Crown Court heard she had stabbed him in the throat with a kitchen knife.

Today, Judge Anthony Bate jailed her for life, setting a minimum tariff of 14 years, minus the 190 days she has already served in custody.

Judge Bate said a "petty argument" had led to the murder, which took place after Chapman and Mr Delo had been drinking and smoking cannabis at another couple's home.

He said Chapman had intended to kill him but was satisfied it was not a premeditated attack.

Judge Bate also branded Chapman a "fluent liar" who had created a "bogus defence".

Detective Inspector Dave Grierson, who led the police investigation, said: "The relationship between Kim Chapman and Paul Delo was a turbulent one and blighted by drink and drugs.

"On July 27 last year both had been drinking and smoking cannabis and another argument erupted, this time with fatal consequences.

"I hope the conclusion of this case allows Mr Delo's family and friends to move on."

Picture of Kim Chapman