Man jailed for 14 years after 'utterly horrendous' Oxford knife attack
The victim sustained significant injuries to his abdomen, forearm and left hand
A man has today been jailed following a stabbing in Oxford.
Hassan Hussain, aged 25, of Nye Bevan Close, Oxford was sentenced to 14 years in prison following a hearing at Oxford Crown Court.
He previously pleaded guilty to one count of possessing a knife, and was found guilty to one count of grievous bodily harm with intent by a unanimous jury verdict following a trial at the same court.
Hussain was found not guilty of one count each of attempted murder and possession of a firearm.
On 13 March last year, the victim, a 42-year-old man, was stabbed multiple times on Manzil Way.
The victim went into a mosque to seek help and received immediate first aid before an ambulance was called.
The victim suffered significant injuries to his abdomen, forearm and left hand and was taken to hospital for treatment.
Officers launched an investigation into the incident and Hussain was arrested the following day.
He was charged on 16 March last year.
Lead investigating officer, Detective Chief Inspector Krista Thompson, said: “This was an utterly horrendous attack which left a man with very serious injuries.
“Hussain committed an act of extreme violence, and it is only right that he now spends time in prison.
“The ripples of serious violence and knife crime are far reaching, it affects the victims, their families, and our communities.
“We continue to take a robust approach to those carrying weapons in the area, and we are committed to ensuring that those who carry and use knives face the full consequences of their actions.
“If you use or carry weapons, expect to be stopped, searched, arrested, charged and in some cases, face the prospect of being sent to prison immediately on remand.
“My message to the community is if you have any information about anybody who is carrying a knife, please report this to us, either on 101 or by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.”