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Man accused of killing partner and blowing up home denies having ‘short fuse’
- Clifton George, 45, denies murder and admits manslaughter and arson in the Hackney case involving Annabel Rook's death.
- Prosecutors say George grabbed Ms. Rook by the neck and stabbed her 22 times before a gas canister blast.
- The trial details a troubled relationship with claims of abuse and disputes over racism and a fish named Clifton.
- Annabel Rook was a human rights lawyer and co-founded MamaSuze, aiding refugees and migrant women.
- George described growing up with abuse by his mother and said he faced childhood trauma during the testimony.
- The court heard that the couple planned changes after Ms. Rook reportedly considered leaving the relationship.
- George claimed he was insulted during a party and claimed the response was to push her away.
- The case is being heard at Snaresbrook Crown Court in London, focusing on whether murder occurred.
- Ms. Rook, 46, was connected with MamaSuze and lived in Hackney, north London.
- The investigation notes a gas canister blast tied to the blaze at their home.
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