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Guilty Verdict: Man Cleared of Murder, Convicted of GBH After Fall
26 Jan
Summary
- Man convicted of grievous bodily harm after girlfriend fell from tower.
- Victim suffered collapsed lung and multiple fractures from the fall.
- Delayed 999 call made by defendant's mother, citing fear.
Jordan Herring, 22, was acquitted of attempted murder but found guilty of grievous bodily harm at Birmingham Crown Court. The conviction stems from an incident in November 2022 where an 18-year-old woman fell from the fourth floor of Merton House in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull.
The victim was hospitalized with serious injuries, including a collapsed lung and fractures to her pelvis, spine, and ribs. Evidence presented to the jury indicated that emergency services were contacted more than an hour after the fall. Herring's mother, in a 999 call, expressed fear of her son, which contributed to the delay in calling for help.
During the trial, Herring testified to a "toxic" relationship and claimed the victim threatened to jump before falling. CCTV footage showed Herring descending the stairs. He stated his phone lacked a SIM card and he struggled to find his mother's phone, leading to his perception of a shorter delay before medical assistance arrived. Herring is scheduled for sentencing on April 13th.
