Leicester, United Kingdom – A man from Beaumanor Road in Leicester, James Nutting, has been sentenced to three years and six months in prison after attacking a police officer near his home. The incident took place in August, when Nutting approached PC Jagruti Chhaganlal and assaulted her, leaving her hospitalized with head lacerations and bruising. The attack occurred after previous reports of Nutting making racially abusive and homophobic remarks to his neighbors.
The assailant, James Nutting, admitted to Section 18 grievous bodily harm in court and was subsequently sentenced. The attack left PC Chhaganlal hospitalized with injuries but she has since returned to work on restricted duties. Chief Constable Rob Nixon of Leicestershire Police condemned the violence and stated that assaults on police officers are unacceptable, emphasizing the risks they face daily while serving and protecting communities.
Investigating officer DC Kate Dabrowska expressed concern about the impact of the attack on PC Chhaganlal, acknowledging that the incident had caused the officer to rethink her career in the force due to a loss of confidence. The support from witnesses who came to the officer’s aid and the subsequent emergency services response illustrates the community’s united front against such violence.
Chief Constable Nixon stressed that the incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers faced by emergency service workers and the need to address such assaults. He emphasized the dedication of those who work to keep the community safe, reaffirming the unacceptability of abuse and violence directed at them in the line of duty.
The case sheds light on the ongoing issue of violence against law enforcement and the impact it can have, not only on the victims but also on the broader law enforcement community. The length of the sentence imposed on Nutting reflects the seriousness with which the legal system views attacks on police officers. These events serve as a reminder of the risks faced by those who work tirelessly to protect and serve the community.