Darren Robertson Jailed for 27 Years After Vicious Brick Attack on Woman in High Wycombe Park!

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Darren Robertson, 38,Darren Robertson, 38,of no fixed abode, has been sentenced to 27 years in prison for attempted murder after a brutal assault on a woman at the Melbourne Recreation Ground in High Wycombe. The sentencing took place yesterday at Aylesbury Crown Court, concluding a case that stemmed from a violent attack earlier this year.

The court heard that on 18 February, at approximately 1.10 am, Robertson launched an unprovoked assault on the victim, a woman in her forties, using a brick as a weapon. The incident left the victim with severe head injuries, requiring immediate surgical intervention. According to the prosecution, Robertson inflicted multiple blows, leaving the woman in a critical condition and abandoning her at the scene without seeking any form of assistance.

Robertson was swiftly apprehended on the same day of the attack, following investigative efforts by Thames Valley Police. He was charged with attempted murder the following day, and his case proceeded to trial at Aylesbury Crown Court. During the seven-day trial, which culminated on 11 July, a unanimous jury found Robertson guilty of attempted murder.

The trial included testimony from the investigating officers and medical experts who detailed the severity of the injuries sustained by the victim. Detective Constable Ross Acland, who led the investigation, described the attack as “sustained and unprovoked,” highlighting the life-threatening nature of the injuries. The court was told that the victim could have succumbed to her injuries had she not been discovered promptly.

During the sentencing, the judge underscored the gravity of the offence, noting the premeditated nature of the assault and the defendant’s complete disregard for the victim’s life. The judge remarked on Robertson’s decision to leave the victim in an isolated area without seeking any help, demonstrating a callous indifference to the severe harm he had caused.

The 27-year sentence handed down reflects the serious nature of the crime and Robertson’s evident danger to the public. He will serve a minimum of two-thirds of his sentence in custody before being considered for release on licence.

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Robertson was convicted under Section 1 of the Criminal Attempts Act 1981, which governs attempted murder in England and Wales. Attempted murder is an indictable-only offence, meaning it is exclusively triable in the Crown Court. Under this statute, the prosecution must prove the intent to kill, a key factor that the jury found beyond reasonable doubt in this case.

The sentencing guidelines for attempted murder are stringent, reflecting the high culpability associated with the intent to end a life. The starting point for sentencing in cases involving significant premeditation or a high degree of harm, as was evident here, typically ranges from 15 years to life imprisonment. The judge considered several aggravating factors, including the use of a weapon, the severe injuries inflicted, and the defendant’s decision to leave the victim without aid. These factors justified the imposition of a 27-year custodial sentence.

Robertson will be eligible for parole only after serving two-thirds of his sentence, reflecting the need for extended protection of the public and the seriousness of the offence.

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