Rui Silva Jailed for Knife Attack Outside Oxford Tower
Rui Silva, 33, from Blackbird Leys Road, was found guilty of stabbing a man in the head with a knife. The verdict came after a four-day trial at Oxford Crown Court, where a unanimous jury convicted him of assault. Silva had denied charges of grievous bodily harm and possession of a bladed weapon.
Knife Attack After Heated Dispute at Evenlode Tower
The violent incident happened at 10pm on 19 September 2020 during a gathering at Evenlode Tower. Silva got into a dispute inside before leaving the building and attacking a 36-year-old victim outside. The man was struck on the head with a knife and needed hospital treatment for a deep cut but was later discharged.
Police Praise Jury and Warn Against Knife Crime
“This was a very serious incident, and I am very pleased that the jury have convicted Silva of this violent offence,” said PC Jonathan Gore of Cowley police station.
“It is by good fortune that the victim did not sustain more serious injuries or worse from this mindless attack. Knife crime will not be tolerated in our communities,” he added.
“Thames Valley Police will always investigate knife-related violence and work relentlessly to bring offenders like Silva to justice.”
