Teenager jailed after killing 53-year-old Yorkshire man in ‘one punch’ attack

Kieran Scott, of Homethorpe in Hull, was jailed at Hull Crown Court on Friday (Sep 16) after pleading not guilty to murder, but guilty to a charge of manslaughter.

The 19-year-old punched Daniel Thomas, who was known as Mark, on Sherburn Street in Hull on June 14 this year.

Despite the desperate attempts of the emergency services to save him, he died from his injuries.

Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Nicole Elliott said: “I would like to take this opportunity to thank and praise Mark’s family for the courage and strength they have shown throughout the investigation and trial.

“This was a tragic case of a one-punch manslaughter. The sudden loss of Mark at the age of 53 has been devastating for his family. Mark posed no threat to Kieran Scott and showed no aggression, yet Scott chose to punch him on the head, causing fatal injuries.

“Scott will now have to live with the consequences of his actions, whilst Mark’s family tries to adjust to life without their loved one.

“This case should serve as a warning to others of the consequences of violence and highlight the real dangers of aggression of this nature: there is a real risk of death occurring, regardless of the intention at the time.

“I would like to thank the investigation team for their hard work and dedication, and of course the members of the public who supported the investigation.

“I am pleased that justice has now been served for Mark’s family, and my thoughts remain with them at this time.”