Tuesday 12 September 2017

Sledgehammer Used In Washing Machine Row

A sledgehammer thug, who battered his neighbour unconscious after accusing him of damaging his washing machine, has been locked-up for eight years.
Paul Hugh Johnson, 54, of Clarence Road, Canning Town, Newham struck the victim – another resident in their shared accommodation – three times across his head and shoulders.
He was found guilty by a jury at Snaresbrook Crown Court of grievous bodily harm.
The jury heard that at approximately 10.30pm on Sunday, January 22 the 39-year-old victim was approached by Johnson, who accused him of damaging his washing machine.
Johnson went into his room and used a sledgehammer to hit the man.
As the victim tried to wrestle with Johnson, he grabbed the hammer and fell down the stairs with the weapon.
The victim fell unconscious as he saw Johnson chase after him with a plank of wood.
As the victim lay bleeding at the base of the stairs Johnson returned to his room and played cards with his partner.
Only when the victim regained consciousness was he able to call police.
London Ambulance Service attended and took the victim to an east London hospital where he received six stitches to his forehead.
Johnson was arrested that evening and throughout the interview denied the allegation.
He was charged the following day and remanded in custody at Thames Magistrates Court.
Detective Constable Raf Patel said: "This is a horrible and sustained attack on a fellow resident in the house.
“The victim is still recovering from his ordeal and is grateful to see justice served."

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