Teen, 19, admits killing his sister at caravan park as family pay tribute to ‘loving daughter’

A TEENAGER has admitted killing his younger sister at a seaside caravan park.

Matthew Selby, 19, pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of 15-year-old sibling Amanda on July 31 last year.

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Matthew Selby, left, is accused of murdering his 15-year-old sister Amanda, right[/caption]

Selby, 19, was arrested in Wales after his sister was found dead at a caravan park

Police were called to reports of a “domestic disturbance” at Ty Mawr Holiday Park at Abergele in North Wales, and discovered the teen’s body.

Selby, of Ashton-under-Lyne, Greater Manchester, had been due to stand trial for her murder later this month.

But he today appeared at Mold Crown Court via videolink from HMP Berwyn for the short hearing to admit manslaughter.

Ian Unsworth QC, prosecuting, said the Crown accepted the plea based on close analysis of psychiatric reports.

Gordon Cole QC, defending, said Selby would be seen again by a psychiatrist before his sentencing on March 18.

Following her death, Amanda’s devastated family released a statement in which they paid tribute to the “thoughtful” teen.

They said: “Amanda was a loving daughter and granddaughter – she was caring, thoughtful, liked to help others and very much loved.

“She will be very sadly missed.”

Her school, Droylsden Academy in Greater Manchester, described her as “lovely” in a tribute.

A message on its website read: “Our school family is devastated by this awful news.

“Amanda was a lovely student and she will be sorely missed by students and staff.”

Following Amanda’s death, stunned neighbours at the family home in Ashton-under-Lyne revealed the siblings’ parents had split up around two years ago.

“It’s shocking news,” one said. “We’ve not seen Matthew or Amanda as much recently because mum and dad had split up.

“Amanda went with mum and Matthew stayed with dad for a while before moving in with his grandparents. It’s so sad.”

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Police on the scene after reports of a ‘domestic disturbance’