Mohammed Fahir Amaaz, 21, was sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court to three-and-a-half years in prison for assaulting a member of the public and two female police officers at Manchester Airport on July 23, 2024.
Details of the Incident
The assault occurred at Manchester Airport, where Amaaz attacked a member of the public before turning on two female police officers who intervened. The officers suffered injuries in what the court described as a 'cowardly' attack.
Court Proceedings
Amaaz appeared via videolink during the sentencing hearing. He was convicted of assaulting a member of the public and two female officers. The judge handed down a three-and-a-half-year jail term, reflecting the severity of the offences.
Impact and Response
Greater Manchester Police condemned the attack, highlighting the bravery of the officers. The case underscores the risks faced by police personnel in the line of duty. The sentence aims to deter such violence against emergency workers.
