🚨 Shocking Incident in Newport: Teen Avoids Jail! 🚨
An 18-year-old has sparked outrage in Newport after a violent confrontation outside Greggs. Tomas Hangurbadzo, described as a ‘high risk’ to the public, was found to have carried out an act of attempted murder but evaded jail time. Following a botched drug deal over an underweight package, tensions escalated, leading to a brutal stabbing that left Michael Lee with life-threatening injuries, including a collapsed lung.
Despite the severity of his actions, Hangurbadzo, deemed unfit to stand trial due to neurodevelopmental limitations, was handed a two-year supervision order instead of prison time. His co-defendant, Jordan Rosser, 21, who was involved in the attack, received a five-year sentence.
In a dramatic sequence of events, Lee and his partner initially met Hangurbadzo and Rosser under seemingly friendly terms, but the situation turned violent following a dispute over the quality of drugs. The night ended with a terrifying assault outside Greggs, with Lee left pleading for help.
Witness accounts and damning messages on Hangurbadzo’s phone unveiled the full extent of the attack. However, the legal system found itself at a crossroads due to Hangurbadzo’s mental health assessment.
Judge Daniel Williams noted that despite the danger posed by Hangurbadzo, legal limitations prevented a harsher sentence. This has stirred conversations around how such cases are handled and the protection of public safety.
This story raises important questions about the criminal justice system’s approach to dealing with individuals who pose significant risks but are classified as mentally unfit for standard trial procedures. We can only hope lessons are learned to prevent future tragedies. 💔
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