A 43-year-old man has admitted killing his wife at their home.

Darryl Bowen pleading guilty to manslaughter by diminished responsibility for fatally stabbing Alison Bowen, 41, at their house in Kingswood in Bristol.

Emergency services attended but Alison sadly died at the scene on November 20.

Her husband was sentenced to an indefinite hospital order at Bristol Crown Court.

Darryl Bowen. Photo released May 31 2024. A 43-year-old man has admitted killing his wife at their home.Darryl Bowen pleading guilty to manslaughter by diminished responsibility for fatally stabbing Alison Bowen, 41, at their house in Kingswood in Bristol.Emergency services attended but Alison sadly died at the scene on November 20.Her husband was sentenced to an indefinite hospital order at Bristol Crown Court.Speaking after sentencing, Alison's family said: "As a family we are devastated that Alison has been killed and, although we cannot repair what has been done to her and to our family, we are all pulling together to help each other as we move forward.
Darryl Bowen (Avon and Somerset Police / SWNS)

Speaking after sentencing, Alison's family said: "As a family we are devastated that Alison has been killed and, although we cannot repair what has been done to her and to our family, we are all pulling together to help each other as we move forward.

"What happened that day has changed our family's world forever but our focus is now on working together to rebuild our lives."

Detective Inspector Neil Meade, the senior investigating officer, said: "This was a truly tragic incident and our thoughts remain with Alison's family as they continue to process this devastating loss.

"This was a particularly sensitive case, but this outcome will mean that Darryl Bowen will receive the medical care he clearly needs whilst making sure the public are protected.”