Troy Maskell, 47, faced a retrial in Melbourne's Supreme Court after successfully appealing his conviction last year.
Share this @internewscast.com

A jury has once again found a man guilty of manslaughter after he launched an unprovoked assault on a 73-year-old man at a service station.

Troy Maskell, 47, faced a retrial in Melbourne‘s Supreme Court after successfully appealing his conviction last year.
He was accused of John Burke’s manslaughter at a Strathmerton service station, northern Victoria, in 2021.
Troy Maskell, 47, faced a retrial in Melbourne's Supreme Court after successfully appealing his conviction last year.
Troy Maskell, 47, faced a retrial in Melbourne’s Supreme Court after successfully appealing his conviction last year.(Supplied)

During the trial, it was revealed that the attacker, Maskell, continued his aggression by walking over to the fallen Burke and delivering a kick as the elderly man lay helpless on the tiled floor.

Tragically, Burke succumbed to a brain injury and passed away 11 weeks later while in the hospital.

After deliberating for less than a day, the jury returned this afternoon with a unanimous verdict of “guilty” for the charge of manslaughter.

Justice James Elliott expressed his gratitude to the jury for their “very diligent” work before dismissing them.

He then instructed custody officers, “Please take Mr. Maskell away.”

Maskell will return to the Supreme Court tomorrow for a pre-sentence hearing.

He was jailed for eight years in 2023, with a non-parole period of five, after being found guilty of manslaughter in his first trial over Burke’s death.

However, Maskell successfully appealed this convictions with three Victorian Court of Appeal judges ordering he face a fresh trial in July 2025.

His conviction was set after the judges found there had been a substantial miscarriage of justice.

NEVER MISS A STORY: Get your breaking news and exclusive stories first by following us across all platforms.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like
Israel announces new killing, vows to hunt Iran leaders 'one by one'

Israel Commits to Targeting Iranian Leaders Individually After Recent Incident

In a dramatic escalation of tensions, Israel and the United States launched…
Inside the mission to recover a downed American airman

Uncovering Heroism: The Daring Rescue Mission of a Fallen American Airman

Hiding alone in a mountain crevice behind enemy lines, the injured American…
Sydney, Australia - October 2, 2014: Pedestrians and traffic waiting around an intersection beside Westfield Burwood. Westfield is a large chain of shopping malls, with over a hundred locations worldwide.

Easter 2026 Retail Schedule: Discover Which Stores Are Open on Easter Monday

With the long Easter weekend now underway, last-minute chocolate purchases will be…
'Grabbed my foot': Surfer bitten by shark in South Australia

Surfer Attacked by Shark in South Australia: Eyewitness Reveals Harrowing Encounter

A harrowing encounter unfolded off the coast of South Australia, where a…

Historic Winery Triumphs Over Wars, Great Depression, and Pandemic: A Resilient Legacy Unveiled

Within the hallowed walls of a heritage-listed church nestled in rural South…

Australia Faces Growing Electric Vehicle Demand as Fuel Prices Rise: Are We Prepared?

Two years back, Kirk Morison mulled over purchasing an electric vehicle (EV),…
A Sydney childcare worker has been charged with allegedly assaulting a toddler.

Research Uncovers Effects of Extended Childcare Hours on Children’s Development

New data reveals children who spend long hours in childcare have a…
Crown Cabs Victoria

Taxi Industry Faces Challenges Amid Rising Fuel Costs, Uber Competition, and Unregulated Operators

Some business owners are increasingly concerned about the possibility of closure if…

Iran Alleges Successful Interception of Multiple US Aircraft in Soldier Rescue Mission

IN BRIEF A second US serviceperson caught behind enemy lines in Iran…

Breaking: New Developments in Alice Springs Custody Death Spark Comprehensive Use of Force Review

WARNING: This article contains sensitive content, including the name of a deceased…
Woman killed in head-on crash after car meet south of Brisbane

Tragic Aftermath: Fatal Head-On Collision Claims Life Following Brisbane Car Meet

A woman has been killed and a baby hospitalised after a car…

Exclusive: Inside the High-Stakes US Pilot Rescue Operation That Kept the World on Edge

in brief The plane was flying over Iran when it was brought…