Man Jailed for Brutal Knife Attack on Two Victims and Police Officer
Detectives have hailed justice after a man was handed a four-year prison sentence for violently attacking two people and a police officer who rushed to help.
Chaos Erupts in Yarm After Man Forces Entry with Knife
In the early hours of Saturday, 9th September last year, a woman called Cleveland Police worried about a man’s welfare. Moments later, Jordan Kelly, 23, stormed back to an address in Yarm, North Yorkshire, forcing his way inside and sparking a violent disturbance.
The woman accused Kelly of assaulting her, fighting multiple people inside the home, and brandishing a knife.
Kelly Turns Violent on Police – Hostages Suffer Horrific Injuries
When officers arrived to remove Kelly, he lashed out, shoving one cop against the wall and trying to kick him. Witnesses revealed Kelly held them hostage, threatening to kill two victims and himself. One man suffered a bite mark and eye injury during the ordeal.
Police Praise Victims’ Bravery as Kelly Gets Four-Year Sentence
Kelly was sentenced at Teesside Crown Court in March. Temporary Detective Constable Samantha Finlayson of Cleveland Police’s Domestic Abuse Unit said:
“This was an unprovoked attack that terrified victims and officers alike. The victims showed incredible courage in reporting exactly what happened. The extreme violence Kelly used caused serious injuries and simply could not be ignored.”
“The sentence reflects the severity of Kelly’s crimes. We urge all victims of domestic abuse, no matter when it happened, to come forward and report it to Cleveland Police on 101.”
