Violent Rampage in Kent: Trio Jailed After Random Attacks
Three men went on a terrifying, unprovoked assault spree on the evening of 4 March 2021, leaving several victims injured and needing hospital care. Shamen Williams, Tyler Williams, and Brandon Williams unleashed brutal violence across Gillingham and Chatham.
Woman Attacked After Parking Car in Gillingham
The trouble kicked off on Richmond Road, Gillingham, when a woman was verbally abused by Shamen and Tyler Williams. Things quickly turned savage as they punched and kicked her to the ground and smashed her car’s windscreen. She suffered painful facial and head injuries.
Machete Attack in Chatham Leaves Man Seriously Injured
Moments later, three men were viciously set upon in Institute Road, Chatham. Shamen was armed with a machete and inflicted serious stab and slash wounds to one victim’s face, shoulder, and back. The violent spree sent shockwaves through the community.
Arrests and Court Proceedings
- All three were arrested on 11 March, with police seizing two machetes.
- At Maidstone Crown Court, Shamen, 30, pleaded guilty to affray, assault causing actual bodily harm, and criminal damage.
- Tyler, 33, admitted affray and criminal damage but denied further charges leading to a trial.
- After the trial, Shamen was found guilty of multiple offences including possession of a bladed weapon, wounding with intent, and affray.
- Tyler was convicted of possessing a bladed article, wounding with intent, affray, and cocaine possession with intent to supply.
- Brandon Williams, 24, pleaded guilty to two counts of affray and was sentenced to 18 months in prison last December.
Harsh Sentences for ‘Dangerous’ Offenders
The judge labelled Shamen as “dangerous” and handed him a 13-year prison sentence plus four years on licence. Tyler was jailed for 13 years on 11 April 2023. Both must serve at least two thirds of their sentences before parole eligibility.
Detective Constable Nicola Emery of Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate said: “These dangerous criminals targeted victims at random using weapons to inflict serious injuries. Their actions were appalling and have had a lasting impact on those who were assaulted. I would like to commend the victims and witnesses who have assisted us throughout this investigation, ensuring that two violent offenders will now serve lengthy prison sentences.”
