A dangerous assailant who launched a vicious knife attack on a refugee in what authorities have labelled a racially motivated assault has been given an extended prison term at Manchester Crown Court.
Kane Adamson, 20, was sentenced to nine years in prison with an additional four years on licence after pleading guilty to Section 18 wounding with intent and possession of a bladed article. The court heard how Adamson targeted his victim, a refugee who had fled persecution in his home country, in an unprovoked street attack.
Violent Confrontation on City Streets
The horrifying incident unfolded when Adamson approached the victim and demanded to know where he was from. Without provocation, Adamson produced a knife and stabbed the refugee multiple times in a brutal display of violence that left the victim with life-threatening injuries.
Emergency services rushed to the scene following reports of the stabbing, with paramedics providing critical care at the location before transporting the victim to hospital for emergency surgery.
Police Condemn 'Abhorrent' Racially Motivated Violence
Greater Manchester Police have strongly condemned the attack, describing it as a "racially aggravated" assault that left an innocent man fighting for his life. Detective Sergeant Sarah Cellion stated that the victim had come to the UK seeking safety, only to be subjected to "abhorrent violence" on British streets.
"This was a cowardly attack on a man who had already experienced significant trauma in his life," DS Cellion said. "The sentence reflects the severity of this crime and sends a clear message that such violence will not be tolerated."
Extended Sentence to Protect Public
Judge Nicholas Dean KC imposed the extended sentence after determining that Adamson posed a significant danger to the public. The additional licence period means Adamson will remain under close supervision for four years after his release from custody.
The court heard that the victim continues to suffer both physically and psychologically from the attack, with the trauma affecting his ability to feel safe in his new community.
This case highlights ongoing concerns about knife crime and racially motivated violence in urban areas, with authorities urging anyone with information about similar offences to come forward.
