Dean Mears convicted of murdering Catherine Flynn

A 34-year-old man has been convicted of the murder of 69-year-old Catherine Flynn.

Dean Mears, of Bodelwyddan Avenue, Kinmel Bay, was today (15 May) found guilty by a jury following a nine-day trial at Caernarfon Crown Court.

Mears will be sentenced at Caernarfon Crown Court on Friday, 20 June.

Speaking after the jury delivered its verdict, Senior Investigating Officer Superintendent Lee Boycott said: “On 24th October 2024, Dean Mears broke into Cathy Flynn’s home whilst she was sleeping and ferociously and repeatedly stamped on her in a brutal and violent unprovoked attack.

“The injuries Cathy sustained were not survivable and she tragically died the following day in hospital.

"His abhorrent actions that night was witnessed by Cathy’s daughter on her doorbell footage, which will undoubtedly stay with her and her family forever.

"Despite Mears showing no remorse for his actions, Cathy’s family have remained dignified and respectful throughout the judicial process. I commend them for their courage and my thoughts remain with them today.

"I welcome today’s verdict and thank the jury, and the investigation team, for their diligent work in securing justice for Cathy’s family."