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Man Jailed for Brutal Assault Over Supermarket Bike Disturbance
1 Oct
Summary
- Assailant received a year and a half in prison.
- Victim suffered a broken rib and spinal fractures.
- Attack stemmed from a false report of victim assaulting youths.
A man has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for a severe assault that occurred in a supermarket. The incident unfolded on June 22nd, when Stuart Scott, 45, attacked a shopper. Scott falsely believed the victim had assaulted a group of youths riding bikes inside the Sainsbury's store.
The victim had intervened after witnessing the youths terrorizing shoppers, fearing they might harm someone. He grabbed two of the bikes, causing the youths to fall. Scott then launched a brutal attack, punching the victim more than 20 times.
As a result of the prolonged assault, the victim suffered a broken rib and fractures to his spinal vertebrae. Despite his injuries, the victim stated he would still intervene in the future to address anti-social behavior. Scott, who has a prior history of violence, pleaded guilty to causing grievous bodily harm.
