Town Centre Assault Victim ‘Unlikely To Be Able To Work Again’

A man left with a brain injury after being seriously assaulted in Market Harborough town centre is unlikely to be able to work again.

The 37-year-old was knocked unconscious and suffered a fractured skull and jaw, when he punched in the face during a fight on the High Street.

His attacker, Joe Connors, was sentenced to 16 months in prison at Leicester Crown Court on Friday, after admitting inflicting grievous bodily harm following the incident in the early hours of May 1st last year.

Detective Constable Jack Thomas, the investigating officer from Leicestershire Police, said: “This assault has left a massive impact on the victim and he is unlikely to be able to work again due to his brain injury.

“This was a violent attack witnessed by many people enjoying a night out in the town.

“Even after punching the victim, Connors continued to assault the victim as he lay unconscious.

“There is no excuse for what Connors did that night – witnesses described his actions as aggressive, and a number of people surrounding the victim to stop Connors from attacking him further.

“We are pleased Connors pleaded guilty to the offence and we hope this sentence now gives him the opportunity to reflect on his violent actions and consider the impact it’s had on his life and the victim’s.”

Part of the High Street was cordoned off by Police following the incident, to allow for investigations to be carried out.

The High Street was closed following the incident Pic: Jon Pollard