Filmon Andmichaen (pictured) killed Liwam Bereket on 1 August 2023 after taking her to a secluded spot in Ladywood. He was jailed on November 27 at Birmingham Crown Court (Image: West Midlands Police)

'Callous' Birmingham man killed pregnant girlfriend in woods after she refused to get abortion

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A 'callous' Birmingham man killed his pregnant girlfriend after she refused to get an abortion. Filmon Andmichaen killed Liwam Bereket in August 2023 after taking her to a secluded wooded spot in Ladywood.

The pair were in a relationship, but when Liwam, 26, fell pregnant, Andmichaen demanded Liwam have an abortion - she refused. Detectives said Liwam was six months pregnant and looking forward to becoming a mum.

Yet Andmichaen 'took matters into his own hands' after she refused to get rid of her child. Filmon Andmichaen was found guilty of the murder of Liwam Bereket at Birmingham Crown Court today, November 27, and was jailed.

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Police told of how after stabbing Liwam on August 1 2023, 31-year-old Andmichaen returned home and confessed to his brother he had assaulted a lady. Almost two hours after stabbing Liwam, Andmichaen called the police and confessed to killing her, claiming it was an accident.

Officers found Liwam with fatal injuries. Sadly, she and her unborn baby girl died at the scene. An investigation was launched and in the days that followed, witnesses told police that they had previously seen Andmichaen assault Liwam in the street.

Friends of Liwam’s also described Andmichaen’s treatment of her as "abusive and aggressive." CCTV captured Liwam and Andmichaen arriving at Freeth Street and disappearing towards woodland. It would be the last time Liwam would be seen alive.

Forensic officers at the scene on Freeth Street in Ladywood on August 2 2023 (Image: PA)

Over fifteen minutes later, Andmichaen was captured on CCTV returning to his car and leaving. During a trial at Birmingham Crown Court, Andmichaen claimed that Liwam and her unborn baby girl’s death were a terrible accident and that he had no intention of causing any harm.

However, police said he made every effort to make sure Liwam couldn’t call for help. Even taking her phone after stabbing her, which was later found in the boot of his car. Today, November 27, Andmichaen was found guilty of Liwan’s murder and the death of her unborn baby.

He was sentenced on the same day to a minimum of 27 years in prison. Following sentencing, Detective Chief Inspector Jim Colclough from West Midlands Police's Homicide Unit, said: “It’s just heart-breaking that a young woman who was looking forward to becoming a mum was killed in such a callous way.

A man has been jailed for the murder of a pregnant woman in Birmingham. Filmon Andmichaen (pictured) killed Liwam Bereket on 1 August 2023 after taking her to a secluded spot in Ladywood. He was jailed on November 27 at Birmingham Crown Court (Image: West Midlands Police)

“This was a very distressing investigation for my team, but they have been determined to get justice for Liwam and her family. Andmichaen has shown no remorse for his actions and has caused Liwam’s family further pain by putting them through a trial.

“Andmichaen’s actions led to Liwam and her unborn baby girl’s death. I Hope the result today brings Liwam’s family some peace in knowing that the person who killed their daughter and her baby will serve many years in prison.

“Violence against women and girls is unacceptable and won’t be tolerated. We know there is still more work to do, and it remains a priority for us. We’ll continue working alongside our partners, to ensure everyone feels safe in the West Midlands.”