Swansea man jailed for life after killing his older brother

Police said that the impact on the family had been ‘significant’ and the wider community in Swansea was shocked

Darren Steel received a minimum term of 20 years (Heddlu De Cymru)

A man has been jailed for life after he was found guilty of killing his older brother. Darren Steel, 41, from Swansea, was told he must serve a minimum term of 20 years, after being convicted of murder and counts of grievous bodily harm and actual bodily harm from his initial trial, South Wales Police said.

The body of Martin Steel, 48, was discovered at an address in the Clase area of Swansea in May 2023.

Jurors heard during a previous trial that the brothers had shared a “love-hate” relationship which could turn “volatile” when alcohol was consumed.

Detective inspector Stuart Prendiville said: “This has been a long and complex investigation into an incident which has shocked the communities of Clase, Morriston, and the wider community of Swansea. The impact on the family has been significant.”

“Darren Steel committed the ultimate betrayal against his older brother and caused further distress by pleading not guilty and putting the family through the ordeal of not one, but two trials.”

He added that police felt the life sentence was “wholly justified” and came as a relief.

“Darren Steel is a violent and dangerous individual and the life sentence and minimum tariff of 20 years is wholly justified in this case.

“We are relieved with the outcome and glad that the court proceedings have now come to an end. Our thoughts are with the family.”