# Attacker faces life in jail for murder after wounding victim so badly

> Man convicted of murdering cancer patient by stamping head at least 15 times.
- Title: Attacker faces life in jail for murder after wounding victim…
- Summary: Man convicted of murdering cancer patient by stamping head at least 15 times. 26-year-old Alfie Conway-Ryle was convicted of murdering William Ffrench after…
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- Published: 2026-10-14T17:48:57+00:00
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- Topics: alfie conway-ryle, william ffrench, southwark, murder, cancer treatment, head stamping, crime desk, news, entertainment
## Conviction
26-year-old Alfie Conway-Ryle was convicted of murder after stamping victim's head at least 15 times.
## Victim's condition
William Ffrench, 66, suffered catastrophic brain injuries from repeated head stamping.
## Injuries
Ffrench was found unconscious with multiple brain bleeds, facial fractures, and broken ribs.
## Treatment delay
Ffrench was unable to receive life-saving cancer treatment due to injuries.
## Death link
Investigators determined the attack directly caused Ffrench's death.
## Witness account
Conway-Ryle told witness he would kill Ffrench shortly before attack.
## Arrest details
Conway-Ryle was arrested while walking a grey Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
## Arrest protest
Conway-Ryle protested to officers: 'GBH? Why?' during arrest.
## Family statement
Ffrench's family said justice was 'finally served' after conviction.
## Family tribute
Family described Ffrench as 'the life and soul of this family'.
## Family loss
Family said Ffrench 'did not deserve this cruel and senseless violence'.
## Police statement
Detective Inspector Mackenzie said injuries denied Ffrench life-saving cancer treatment.
## Investigation
Police worked with medical experts to link injuries to cancer treatment delay.
## Sentence
Conway-Ryle will be sentenced at Croydon Crown Court on December 4.
## Key takeaway

26-year-old Alfie Conway-Ryle was convicted of murdering William Ffrench after stamping his head at least 15 times, preventing life-saving cancer treatment.