UPDATE: In a shocking conclusion to a high-profile trial, Ethan Hallows, 25, and his girlfriend Paris Askew, 23, have been found guilty in connection with the murder of Kevin Pokuta, a 19-year-old father of two, who was tragically shot in Sheffield on December 12, 2023. This verdict, delivered just hours ago, marks a pivotal moment in a case that has gripped the local community for over two years.
The jury’s decision comes following a two-week trial that revealed the harrowing details surrounding Kevin’s death. He was shot in the head while parked on Page Hall Road with his younger brother in the passenger seat. The jury was presented with evidence showing that Hallows was part of a convoy with Jake Brown, who fired the fatal shot. Brown was previously convicted of murder in December 2024, along with three others and a teenage boy involved in the incident.
During the trial, it emerged that Hallows attempted to evade justice by fleeing the country with Askew’s assistance. They returned to the UK in May 2025, where Hallows was arrested and subsequently faced trial for his actions. He was convicted of murder, conspiracy to rob, one firearms offense, and attempting to cause grievous bodily harm. Askew was found guilty of assisting an offender.
Both Hallows and Askew have been remanded into custody and will appear at Sheffield Crown Court on January 23, 2024, for sentencing. The case highlights the tragic impact of violence in communities and the lasting effects on families, particularly the two young children left behind by Kevin’s untimely death.
As the legal proceedings continue, the local community is left to grapple with the aftermath of this tragedy. The court’s decision today is expected to spark discussions about justice and public safety in Sheffield.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of gun violence and the urgency for communities to come together to prevent such tragedies in the future. More updates on the sentencing and community reactions will follow as this story develops.
