Danielle's courage in sticking by the investigation and giving evidence against a man like Kenneth Noye is outstanding Det Supt Dennis McGookin

As the verdict was announced, Stephen Cameron's parents leapt up and hugged each other.

Outside the court, Mr Cameron's father, Ken, described the family's "torment" in the four years since the killing.

"The uncertainty of not knowing whether we would get justice for our son tore us apart," he told a news conference.

Danielle Cable's courage throughout the ordeal and the inquiry was praised by police after the trial ended on Friday.

"She watched her fianc� get stabbed to death when she was only 17," said Detective Superintendent Dennis McGookin.

"Her courage in sticking by the investigation and coming to court and giving evidence against a man like Kenneth Noye is somewhat outstanding, and is a great tribute to that young lady," he said.

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