Four students of Nigerian descent have reportedly been sentenced for their involvement in a violent disorder that occurred in Leicester during the early hours of November 4, 2021.
It was learnt that the confrontation, involving knives and a baseball bat, escalated into a large fight on New Park Street and left an 18-year-old man with four stab wounds requiring hospital treatment.
The suspects, after a complex investigation involving CCTV analysis, phone tracking, and public appeals, were identified and charged.
A six-week trial concluded in October, with the following sentences handed down on November 14.
Destiny Ojo, 21, of Plumstead, London: seven years for violent disorder, attempted grievous bodily harm (GBH), and GBH with intent.
Habib Lawal, 21, of Bexley, London: five years for violent disorder, attempted GBH, and GBH with intent.
Ridwanulahi Raheem, 21, of Lambeth, London: three years for violent disorder and possession of a bladed article.
Joshua Davies-Ero, 21, of Bexley, London: two years for violent disorder.
A fifth defendant, Justin Asamoah, 22, of Merton, previously pleaded guilty to possession of a bladed article and will be sentenced on November 22.
Speaking on the severity of the incident, Detective Constable Sean Downey said: “This incident highlights the serious danger of violent disorder.
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“It is extremely fortunate that further injury was not caused to the people involved or to other members of the public who witnessed the incident.
“This could have been a very different investigation.”
He added: “Thank you to everyone who assisted us throughout this investigation. As a force, our priority is to keep the public safe.
“We will not tolerate violent disorder in our communities and will take action against those responsible.”
