Man who slashed officer with knife in Rotherham jailed
He left two officers injured after he was seen threatening a woman in Kimberworth Park
Last updated 8th Sep 2025
A man who left two police officers injured during his arrest in Rotherham earlier this year has been jailed for four years six months.
46 year old Glynn Leedell, of Binders Road, was seen threatening a woman in the Kimberworth Park area on July 17.
When officers intervened he slashed at one of them with a knife - leaving him needing hospital treatment for a neck wound.
A second officer also received minor injuries.
Leedell admitted to wounding with intent, while charges of harassment and assault of an emergency worker will remain on file.
Rotherham District Commander Chief Superintendent Andy Wright said:
"Our officers put themselves at risk every day as they work to keep the public safe. This was a disgraceful act of violence which could have had devastating consequences.
"I am thankful that the officers concerned did not suffer more serious injuries from this vicious attack. I would like to commend both officer's bravery during this incident.
"Despite sustaining injuries, they courageously helped their colleagues restrain Leedell and remove the knife from the situation - ensuring no one else could be injured.
"Leedell not only injured our officers but subjected an innocent woman to threats and abuse - making her feel unsafe in her own home as well as affecting others in the community.
"His reckless act of violence has landed him a considerable prison sentence, serving as a reminder that we will not tolerate any aggression towards our officers."