Oxford, England – A woman convicted of killing a man in Oxford has drawn attention for her disturbing actions, including the murder of a cat in a blender. Scarlet Blake, 26, faced a trial where the jury found her guilty of murdering Jorge Martin Carreno, 30, in July 2021. The victim’s body was discovered in the River Cherwell at Parsons Pleasure, showing signs of having been struck on the head and strangled.
Blake, who is transgender, made headlines after live-streaming the gruesome killing and dissection of a cat four months prior to Carreno’s death. She confessed to skinning the animal, blending its remains, and blamed her former partner for the incident. The trial revealed Blake’s extreme fascination with death and violence, citing a Netflix documentary as an influence on her actions.
During the trial, evidence showed Blake’s interest in causing harm to living creatures, with videos depicting her and her partner engaging in consensual strangulation with ligatures. CCTV footage captured Blake approaching Carreno, equipped with a “murder kit” as they later went to a secluded area where the murder took place.
Blake’s defense included claims of a fragmented personality, even going as far as to meow in court to illustrate her interactions. As the jury deliberated, they ultimately found Blake guilty of the murder after considering the evidence presented before them.
The devastating impact of Carreno’s murder was felt deeply by his family, who expressed their grief and called for justice. Detective Superintendent Jon Capps highlighted the heinous nature of Blake’s actions, emphasizing the premeditated and callous manner in which the crime was committed.
The case underscored the rarity of such gruesome crimes and the profound impact they have on victims and their loved ones. The focus remains on honoring Carreno’s memory and seeking justice for the senseless loss of life he suffered.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of the trial, the hope for healing and closure persists, with Carreno’s family and supporters emphasizing the need for justice and prevention of similar tragedies in the future. The case serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of human behavior and the lasting repercussions of violence and brutality.