Daughter of Killer Brands Father a 'Monster' Over Fiancee's Death in Truck Attack
The daughter of a man who killed his fiancee by running her over with his truck has publicly labeled him a "monster" who should remain behind bars. Kimeaka Bermingham expressed outrage that Charles Evans' charge for the 2017 death of Alicia Little was downgraded from murder to dangerous driving causing death, resulting in a sentence she describes as a mere "slap on the wrist."
Details of the Tragic Incident
Alicia Little, a 41-year-old mother of four, died almost instantly in the horrific incident, which caused nearly every bone in her body to break. At the time of the attack, she was on the phone with a friend who reported hearing a strange "whoosh" sound before the call disconnected, unaware until later that Little had been killed.
The plea deal was negotiated between the Office of Public Prosecutions and Evans' defence team without consulting the victim's family. Compounding the injustice, police initially recorded Little as the perpetrator instead of Evans, further complicating the case.
Victim Impact and Family Testimony
In a victim impact statement, Bermingham, now 26, detailed her devastation over the light sentence. She wrote, "I remember not being shocked or surprised one bit. When I found out the monster had been arrested for Alicia's murder, I cried. Finally, I felt protected and truly safe."
Bermingham witnessed numerous violent attacks on her mother, Kim, during Evans' 22-year marriage, describing him as "pure evil" with narcissistic and sociopathic traits. Kim survived a near-fatal choking incident where Evans allegedly said, "The c--t is not dead yet," before police were called, but he fled the state afterward.
Evans' Actions and Aftermath
After settling in Victoria, Evans met Little and lived with her in Kyneton. Following the attack, where he ran her down in his Toyota Hilux and took her phone, he fled the scene. Upon returning, he told a neighbor they had argued and Little had "gone mental," and later claimed to a friend she had "tried to kill herself."
Evans served less than three years in jail after pleading guilty to dangerous driving causing death and failure to render assistance. Family and friends revealed Little was attempting to leave Evans after enduring years of domestic violence. When questioned by media, Evans blamed "mental illness" for her death and accused reports of spreading lies.
Broader Context and Resources
This case highlights ongoing issues in the justice system regarding domestic violence and victim support. For those impacted by sexual assault or domestic violence, resources include 1800RESPECT and emergency services at 000. Organizations like the Red Heart Campaign and White Ribbon Australia offer support and advocacy.
