🚨 **Shocking Street Robbery in Newport** 🚨
A brutal street robbery has rocked Newport, leaving a victim with chipped teeth and facial injuries. Malakyi Thompson, 23, targeted a man simply walking home, launching an unprovoked attack. The assailant demanded his valuables, including his phone and bank card, which he later used to withdraw a whopping £400! 😡💳
The drama unfolded when Thompson confronted the victim, asking, “What are you looking at?” before violently attacking him and fleeing the scene. CCTV footage played a crucial role in identifying the perpetrator.
Despite attempts to resist arrest and assaulting officers when the police tracked him down, justice has finally caught up with Thompson. 🤦♂️👮♀️
At his sentencing, it was revealed he had a history of offences, including battery and assault. The judge was clear: this was a serious street robbery with no provocation from the victim. Thompson received a prison sentence of five years. ⛓️🚔
The victim, a local dad and football coach, shared the emotional and financial toll the attack has taken on him and his family. “I feel foolish, embarrassed, and worried about the impact on my children,” he admitted.
Let’s hope this brings some sense of closure for the community and acts as a warning that crime doesn’t pay. Stay safe out there, folks! 🙌❤️
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