Man found guilty of attempted murder following stabbing in Todds Green
It happened at Shangri-La Farm in February last year.
A man has been found guilty of attempted murder following an incident in Todds Green in February last year.
64-year-old Bryan Field, of Albion Road, Great Yarmouth, appeared at Peterborough Crown Court yesterday (Tuesday 25th March) where, following a two-week trial, he was convicted of attempted murder, grievous bodily harm and two counts of possession of a bladed article.
The court heard how on Sunday 11th February 2024, Field attended Shangri-La Farm in Todds Green looking for his estranged wife.
Her car was present, so assuming she was inside, he entered the office of a business where she worked armed with a large kitchen knife concealed in a black plastic bag.
She was not inside, however two other people were, and they were attacked.
A man was stabbed in the thigh, an injury which narrowly missed his femoral artery, and a failed attempt was made to also stab him in the neck.
Field then stabbed a woman in the arm with such force that the blade of the knife broke off.
Both the man and woman required surgery for their injuries.
Officers were called and Field was stopped in a car near Luton shortly after the incident and arrested.
Detective Sergeant Ian Smith, from the North Herts Local Crime Unit, said: “Field has been proven to be a dangerous individual and it is right that he will now face justice for his appalling actions.
“Two innocent members of the public were attacked during this incident which saw Field display extreme acts of violence.
"We thank them both for their support and bravery during this investigation.
“I hope this news reassures the public that we will work hard to bring criminals to justice.”
His sentencing will take place on Friday 16th May.