I would like to keep an eye on that one and see what facts emerge in court first. The nickname "Psycho" was given to the former England defender Stuart Pearce. It was done with a mixture of humour and grim appreciation of his ruthless tackling. In the case of the Bidve killing, the "humour" leaves a sour taste in the mouth, doesn't it?

I read Rapparee's link, which is certainly food for thought. I am not sure whether I agree with the main thesis, which appears to be that media representation of violence helps to lower the threshold at which young people kill. It is well argued though and worth thinking about.

In the meantime, just let me add that I hope the remainder of Stephen Lawrence's killers will soon join the two thugs who were sent down earlier in the week.