Alireza Askari has received a life sentence with a minimum term of 26 years for the murder of his ex-wife Paria Veisi, who he killed in April 2022 shortly after she separated from him. The court proceedings revealed that Askari, 42, murdered Veisi, 37, in the conservatory of their home in Penylan, Cardiff, before attempting to obscure the crime by burying her body in a makeshift grave in the garden. He concealed the grave under patio slabs and fresh soil, aiming to hide evidence of his actions.

The case shed light on the circumstances leading to the murder, particularly detailing the couple's history after moving from Iran to the UK in 2010. At the time of the murder, they were living separately, emphasizing the domestic tension that preceded this tragic event. The prosecution painted a picture of Askari's cold and calculated actions, supported by his cooperation with his aunt, who assisted him in concealing the crime.

The judge described the murder as ‘cold-blooded’ and underscored the need for a significant prison term to reflect the severity of the crime and its impact on the victim’s family. The sentencing sends a strong message regarding the consequences of domestic violence and the judicial system's commitment to addressing such heinous acts adequately, reinforcing societal norms that denounce violence against women.