A 39-year-old Mid Sussex man today admitted killing his wife at their home.
Gerald Mooney beat his wife to death some time between November 26 and December 5 1999.
Mooney's 38-year-old spouse Barbara was found dead with severe head injuries at the couple's home in Malthouse Road, Southgate, Crawley, 13 months ago.
Mooney pleaded not guilty to murder but admitted manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility at a hearing at Lewes Crown Court. The prosecution accepted the plea.
Mooney, looking pale and gaunt, spoke only to confirm his name and admit killing his wife.
Judge Richard Brown adjourned sentencing until March 2 so more psychiatric reports and pre-sentence reports could be prepared.
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