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Oct 20, 2026 at 11:07 AM ET
Zack Coughlan admits murdering Jamie Collins
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Zack Coughlan, 23, changed his plea to guilty to murdering housemate Jamie Collins, 21, during a trial at Bristol Crown Court. Coughlan had initially denied murder while admitting he killed Collins, whom he stabbed more than 30 times in an alley near their home on 8 April. He said he feared Collins would kill him. Sentencing is set for Wednesday.
WHO: Zack Coughlan
WHAT: Changed his plea to guilty to murdering Jamie Collins.
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 10:35 AM ET
WHERE: Bristol, England
WHY: Coughlan said he stabbed Collins because he feared his housemate would kill him.
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