Two Brothers Jailed for Manslaughter in Shocking Rotherham Attack
Gareth Leach, 28, and Kyle Martin, 22, have been found guilty of manslaughter following a brutal attack on Dean Williamson in Rotherham. The verdict came after a three-week trial at Sheffield Crown Court.
Attack Stemmed from Scooter Dispute
The violent incident happened at around 1pm on Tuesday 5 October 2021. The brothers assaulted Dean at his home on Williams Street, Parkgate, after a falling out over their mother’s mobility scooter six days earlier. Dean suffered severe facial and chest injuries. Sadly, his condition worsened in hospital, and he died that same afternoon.
Mother Caught in Web of Lies
Leach’s mother, Sara Martin, 50, of Greasbrough, tried to cover for her son. She gave officers false statements claiming Gareth only tried to stop the attack and was horrified by his brother’s actions. In February 2022, she pleaded guilty to perverting the course of justice.
Justice Served
Detective Chief Inspector Simon Palmer said: “My thoughts are firstly with Dean’s family and friends. Today’s sentencing will not bring Dean back, but I hope it brings closure to those who loved him. Leach and Martin’s actions were evil and twisted. I am pleased their sentences reflect their crimes.”
- Gareth Leach was sentenced to nine years for manslaughter plus two years concurrently for perverting the course of justice.
- Kyle Martin received a nine-year sentence for manslaughter.
- Sara Martin was handed a 14-month suspended sentence for perverting the course of justice.
