February 29th 2024.
Michael Kidd was a man who committed a heinous crime against an elderly widow with dementia in her own home in Doncaster. He was recently sentenced to more than 10 years in prison for his actions. The 35-year-old man took advantage of the 84-year-old woman's vulnerability while he was in her Balby home last year. He proceeded to attack her, striking her face and head with crockery and even biting her. The assault was described as both violent and prolonged.
As a result of Kidd's brutal attack, the victim sustained 15 injuries to her face and head, including a 5.5cm wound on her scalp and a 6cm cut to her forehead. According to The Star, Sheffield, she has been left with devastating physical and emotional scars. The court also heard that Kidd has a long history of targeting vulnerable women, as seen in his previous convictions for attempted robbery and attempted kidnapping in 2014.
During one of these attempted attacks, Kidd followed a woman before demanding her purse. Later that same day, he tried to kidnap a pregnant woman by forcing her into his car. In his defense, Kidd's lawyer Edward Moss stated that he has been homeless for many years and struggles with substance abuse. A psychiatric report also revealed that Kidd had a difficult upbringing and suffers from learning difficulties.
In November of last year, Kidd pleaded guilty to one count of wounding with intent and two counts of sexual assault. Today, the Recorder of Sheffield, Judge Jeremy Richardson KC, sentenced him to 14 years in prison with an additional five years on extended licence. The judge did not hold back in his condemnation of Kidd's actions, calling him a "wicked individual" who deserved the harsh sentence.
The impact of Kidd's attack on the victim has been devastating. She has lost her independence and is unable to have her dog with her for comfort, as he is now in a care home. Her dog was her one source of solace. As Detective Constable Gary Rawlings, who worked on the case, stated, "Kidd has rightfully been put behind bars for several years after subjecting his victim to a violent and prolonged attack." The victim, who suffers from dementia, was unable to provide an account of what happened to her. However, thanks to the dedicated work of the officers involved, a substantial amount of evidence was gathered against Kidd, leading to his guilty plea and providing the victim with a voice.
In the end, Detective Constable Rawlings hopes that the sentence given to Kidd will bring some justice to the victim and her family. It is a small consolation for the trauma she has endured, but it is a step towards closure and healing.
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