Kitan Ososami’s client was charged with a section 18 GBH (wounding with intent) and possession of offensive weapons.

The Crown’s case was that, during a fight, Kitan’s client struck the Complainant with a mattock, causing two stab wounds and bruising. Following his arrest, he disclosed the location where he’d disposed of the mattock and a knuckleduster was found in his car.

Kitan’s client accepted causing one stab wound but denied intending to do so. He maintained that he initially brandished and swung the mattock in an attempt to ward off the Complainant.

Guilty pleas were entered for section 20 GBH (unlawful wounding) and two counts of possession of an offensive weapon. A jury acquitted Kitan’s client of section 18 GBH after a trial where they watched CCTV of the incident and heard live evidence from the Complainant, Kitan’s client, and his partner.

Kitan was instructed by Sarah Moulange of Hodge Jones and Allen Solicitors.