On 11 December 2023, a man was viciously attacked in Frencham Close, Canterbury. Two offenders kicked, punched, and battered him with a baseball bat in a savage assault that shocked the local community.
Emergency services from the South East Coast Ambulance Service quickly responded and treated the victim at the scene. He was then taken to a local hospital for further medical care and was later discharged.
Investigating officers acted swiftly, charging the suspects the very next day. William Crump of Frencham Close and Lawrence Cole from Hersden were both charged in connection with the attack on 12 December 2023. Both men were known to the victim.
On 24 May 2024, Canterbury Crown Court sentenced William Crump to two years and one month in prison. Lawrence Cole received a sentence of one year and eleven months, which included additional time for failing to attend court. Cole also pleaded guilty to three driving offences committed on the night of the assault.
Detective Constable Paul Sharp commented on the case: “These violent offenders subjected their victim to a sustained and terrifying physical ordeal, the consequences of which could have been life-changing. We always strive to bring criminals before the courts and I hope the victim will have some closure knowing that Crump and Cole are now behind bars.”
Originally published by UKNIP.
