A violent offender, Robbie Scott,who permanently blinded his victim in one eye after throwing a corrosive substance in his face has had his sentence increased following a review by the Court of Appeal

The court heard that Robbie Scott had threatened a younger man with a zombie knife before stealing his gold chain. When confronted by the victim’s father, Scott retaliated by squirting a corrosive substance from a drinks bottle into the man’s face. The attack left the victim completely blind in one eye, with ongoing medical procedures attempting to salvage his remaining vision.

Solicitor General Sarah Sackman MP commented on the case, stating, “Robbie Scott’s actions were cowardly and shameful. Not only did he violently rob someone younger than him with a zombie knife, but when challenged, he callously threw a corrosive substance in another person’s face.

The Court of Appeal increased Scott’s sentence to 11 years in prison with an extended license period of three years. This decision reflects the severity of his crimes, which included robbery, possession of a bladed article and a corrosive substance in a public place, grievous bodily harm with intent, and resisting arrest.

Sackman added, “His victim has suffered life-altering injuries, and thankfully, the courts identified the severity of Robbie Scott’s crimes when they extended his sentence. Those who violently attack and intimidate others should be warned that you will be dealt with the full force of the law.