Terry McFadyen, a 71-year-old Norwich father, grandfather and partner, is being remembered by his family after his death in a fatal stabbing at his home in Layer Close, Norwich.
McFadyen died on November 3, 2025, after suffering multiple stab wounds during an attack at the property where he lived with his partner. The case returned to court on September 24, 2026, when the man who admitted responsibility was made subject to a Hospital Order.
Norfolk Police described McFadyen as a devoted father and much-loved partner, family member and friend. His family previously remembered him as a kind, warm and gentle man who would do anything to help others.
Terry McFadyen Remembered by His Family
McFadyen’s family said they were devastated by his sudden death.
In a statement released through Norfolk Police, they described Terry as a beloved dad, grandad and partner who was loved by those who knew him.
They said his death had left them struggling to come to terms with what had happened and asked for privacy while they grieved.
His family continues to remember him not simply through the circumstances of his death, but through the relationships he shared with those closest to him.
What Happened to Terry McFadyen?
Emergency services were called to the Layer Close property in Bowthorpe shortly after 4 a.m. on November 3, 2025.
Paramedics had initially attended after a man in his 20s reported experiencing breathing difficulties. Police were subsequently called by the ambulance service after the man was reported to have become aggressive.
Officers arrived and found McFadyen suffering from stab wounds. Despite emergency efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
A Home Office post-mortem examination later confirmed that he had suffered multiple stab wounds. Police said his cause of death was blood loss and hypovolaemic shock.
Moses Fernandes Court Case
Moses Fernandes, formerly of Layer Close, was initially charged with murder following McFadyen’s death.
In April 2026, prosecutors accepted his guilty plea to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility after he had been assessed by forensic psychiatrists.
The court heard that Fernandes had been diagnosed with schizophrenia and had been receiving psychiatric treatment while in custody.
On September 24, 2026, Fernandes appeared at Norwich Crown Court and was made subject to a Section 37 Hospital Order with a Section 41 restriction under the Mental Health Act 1983.
Norfolk Police said the court had considered expert evidence concerning Fernandes’ mental health at the time of the incident before reaching its decision.
Terry McFadyen Personal Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Terry McFadyen |
| Age | 71 |
| Location | Norwich, Norfolk |
| Date of Death | November 3, 2025 |
| Location of Death | Layer Close, Norwich |
| Family | Father, grandfather and partner |
| Cause of Death | Blood loss and hypovolaemic shock following multiple stab wounds |
| Incident | Fatal stabbing |
| Legal Outcome | Manslaughter plea accepted |
| Court Outcome | Hospital Order issued September 24, 2026 |
| Funeral Details | Not publicly confirmed in sources reviewed |
A Beloved Father and Grandfather
The circumstances surrounding Terry McFadyen’s death were deeply traumatic for his family, particularly because the attack happened at his home.
Norfolk Police said victim personal statements presented during the proceedings showed the profound and lasting effect his death had on those who knew him.
Detective Chief Inspector Kevin Barber described Terry as a devoted father and much-loved partner, family member and friend, adding that he would not be forgotten.
For his family, his legacy remains centred on the person they knew: a kind and gentle man who cared for others and was deeply loved.
Terry McFadyen Obituary and Funeral Information
Publicly available reports reviewed for this article do not provide confirmed details about Terry McFadyen’s funeral or memorial arrangements.
Any information concerning a funeral service, burial or memorial should be confirmed through his family or an authorized funeral provider.
Terry’s family continues to mourn a sudden and devastating loss, while the conclusion of the criminal proceedings provides a formal outcome in the case surrounding his death.
Disclaimer: This article reports documented information from Norfolk Police and court proceedings concerning the death of Terry McFadyen. The November 2025 stabbing and subsequent legal proceedings have been officially reported. The legal outcome described above reflects the manslaughter plea and Hospital Order issued on September 24, 2026. Funeral and memorial details have not been included unless independently confirmed.