Momodou Bobb appeared at the High Court in Edinburgh on 8 April 2026 where he admitted killing Ndata Bobb in a domestic homicide.
In the early hours of 28 August 2025, the 56‑year‑old attacked the mother of four with two knives, causing more than 22 injuries.
A child in the property at the time called 999. Emergency services arrived at the Restalrig Avenue address shortly after 1am.
Despite the efforts of medically trained police officers and paramedics, Ndata, 42, was pronounced dead at the Edinburgh Royal Infirmary around two hours later.
Bobb, who had knife wounds to his hands, told officers he had fought with his wife that night. He was arrested and later charged with murder.
On 19 May 2026, at the High Court in Edinburgh, Bobb was given a life sentence and ordered to serve a minimum of 16 years and eight months in custody.
Moira Orr, who leads on homicide for the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, said:
“Momodou Bobb murdered Ndata Bobb in her own home - a place where she had every right to be safe.
“His deliberate actions have taken the life of a much‑loved mother and sister.
“Her death has had a profound and devastating impact on her family, bringing unimaginable grief and trauma.
“While Bobb has now admitted his guilt and been held accountable, our thoughts today remain with Ndata’s family.
“This case is another stark reminder of the harm caused by violence against women and girls.
“Scotland’s prosecutors will continue to use every tool available to pursue those responsible for this type of offending and to protect the public from harm.”