🚨 Shocking Shop Assault 🚨
In a dramatic scene that unfolded in Cwmcarn, Caerphilly, a father-son duo took things too far in a corner shop attack. Michael Rudy, 44, and his son Mason, 21, were seen on CCTV confronting a man, Sam Burnett, and what followed was chaos. Michael, after an aggressive exchange, lunged at Sam, placing him in a headlock and punching him repeatedly. Not far behind, Mason joined his father in the assault, leading to a scary moment where Sam was pushed into a glass fridge, shattering it and causing a nasty cut on his arm.
Bystanders were understandably shocked as they tried pulling the two off the victim. Despite the chaos, the assault pressed on until finally, Michael’s partner intervened. But the drama wasn’t over! Before fleeing, Michael threatened the shopkeeper, while Mason offered to cover the fridge damage to keep the police out of it.
In court, both accepted their involvement, with Michael confessing to additional criminal damage. Michael, no stranger to the law, even tried the ‘had one too many drinks’ line after a family event. His attempt to make amends by offering compensation came out too late. Mason, aiming for a fresh start, hopes to turn things around for himself and his son.
The verdict? Michael received a suspended 16-month sentence, paired with rehab and costs, while Mason faces 16 months behind bars. Both now have restraining orders to keep them in check. Judge Lucy Crowther didn’t mince words, describing their actions as ‘pack-like.’
Let’s hope these harsh lessons push them towards better choices in the future. Stay safe out there! 🌍💬