Ryan Walsh-Westhead was convicted of murder after being caught on a doorbell camera stating, 'the f***ing idiot’s dead' just moments after Rikki Berry, also known as 'Nuggy', was fatally shot outside his girlfriend's home. The incident occurred on July 17, 2024, when Berry was reportedly attacked by a gunman dressed in a balaclava riding an electric bike. Walsh-Westhead, along with two accomplices, was seen driving a vehicle in proximity to the shooting, indicating potential premeditation.

During the trial at Liverpool Crown Court, evidence was presented that implicated Walsh-Westhead as one of the key participants in the crime. Witness testimony and CCTV footage helped establish the timeline of events leading up to the shooting. Berry, who was 36 years old, sustained three gunshot wounds, which ultimately led to his death, marking a violent crime in the Kirkby area.

The case highlights ongoing concerns over gun violence and gang-related activities in urban Britain, particularly in regions like Merseyside. Such incidents put pressure on local law enforcement to enhance community safety measures and address the underlying issues contributing to such violent acts. With the conviction, authorities aim to send a strong message against firearm offenses, while the case also opens discussions about the broader social implications of violence in neighborhoods.