Hull man jailed for manslaughter
It follows the death of man in a one punch attack
A Hull man's facing more than 6 and a half years in jail for manslaughter.
It follows a one punch attack.
Police were called to Anlaby Road in September and discovered a man with a life threatening head injury.
44-year-old Carl Fullard in September last year was taken to hospital following a cardiac arrest which led to a bleed on the brain.
Despite the best efforts of medical staff he died a short time later.
At Hull Crown Court 40 year old John Blanshard, of St Paul’s Street admitted manslaughter.
He took his anger out on an innocent man
Police say he was unable to bear the fact his ex partner moved on and attacked the victim in a "jealousy fuelled rage" taking his anger and resentment out on an innocent man ending his life with a single blow to his head.
He'll now serve 6 years and 8 months.
Detective Chief Inspector Jayne Goodens also said “I’d like to thank the member of the public who attempted to save Carl’s life whilst performing CPR until the medical professionals arrived, not knowing the substantial damage that had already been caused.
“Carl’s family have been so patient throughout the course of this investigation, and I’d like to commend them for their bravery."
Whilst the result cannot take away the pain and suffering caused, I hope that it provides them with some peace, and even just a small sense of justice that John Blanshard has taken responsibility by pleading guilty, and will spend time in prison.
No argument or disagreement is worth a life without a loved one.
“In the last two years, six men in our communities have lost their life from one punch, and many more suffer serious, life changing injuries as a result of incidents like this.
“We encourage people to stop, think, and just walk away.
No argument or disagreement is worth a life without a loved one.
One moment of madness.
One spontaneous act of rage.
Multiple lives destroyed.
“We have been working with other families affected by One Punch to raise awareness of the devastating impact it has."
“If you or someone you know has been a victim of similar crimes, you may need further support and information to assist you through the process.
Speaking of Carl’s death, his mum Julie said: “You will always be missed and a tragedy that you went this way, rest in peace my son.”
Carl’s sister Lesley added: “You were a loving and caring brother and had a heart of gold, we will miss you so much.”