March 20th 2024.
Jennifer Rocha, a 35-year-old Deliveroo rider, made headlines when she bit off the right thumb of a man named Stephen Jenkinson while delivering his pizza. The incident occurred in Aldershot, Hampshire on December 14, 2022, when Rocha mistakenly delivered a £57 Pizza Express order to the wrong address. Upon realizing the mix-up, Mr. Jenkinson went to collect his pizza from the wrong address and got into an argument with Rocha over a code. Things quickly escalated and in a moment of anger, Rocha bit off his thumb.
The consequences of this altercation were severe. Mr. Jenkinson, who is now 36 years old, had to undergo an 11-hour surgery where part of his big toe was used to reconstruct his missing thumb. According to the prosecutor Rebecca Austin, he has been left permanently disabled and the attack has had a major physical and psychological impact on him. He has had to relearn basic skills such as buttoning a shirt and tying shoelaces. As a plumber by trade, he is also unable to work due to his injuries.
In his statement, Mr. Jenkinson described the incident as a blur. He recalls trying to shake off Rocha, who was biting his hand with such force that she ended up removing his helmet. He compared the pain to that of going through a chainsaw. The attack has also taken a toll on his personal life, as his relationship with the mother of his newborn daughter has broken down.
During the court proceedings, Rocha, who was initially facing a trial for grievous bodily harm with intent, pleaded guilty to grievous bodily harm without intent. The judge, Timothy Mousley KC, acknowledged the severity of the situation and warned Rocha that she may face imprisonment for her actions. The impact of this incident has been devastating for both parties involved, and it is clear that it will have long-lasting consequences.
Deliveroo, the company for which Rocha was working at the time of the incident, released a statement expressing their shock and horror over the incident. They also stated that they have terminated Rocha's account and fully cooperated with the police during the investigation. As for Rocha, she will be sentenced at a later date for her serious offense. This event serves as a reminder that actions have consequences and that one moment of anger can lead to a lifetime of regret.
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