Man jailed for unprovoked Norwich city centre attack

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 07:02 · Archive

Dane Culyer was jailed for an unprovoked attack that left his victim hospitalised for over a month.

Dane Culyer, 37, of Godric Place, Norwich, has been jailed for attacking Graham Chisnell outside Waterstone's book store on Castle Street at 3.25am on 28 June. Police were called following reports of the assault. Mr Chisnell was taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge, where he remained in critical condition for several weeks, spending more than a month in hospital recovering from his injuries.

Culyer was initially charged with grievous bodily harm with intent but pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of causing GBH. The court was told the reduced charge reflected that he did not intend to cause serious harm but admits acting recklessly. The assault involved a single punch that caused Mr Chisnell to fall and suffer serious injuries.

Culyer also received a concurrent six-month sentence for cannabis production discovered at his home when he was arrested. He appeared before Norwich Crown Court via video link from prison to receive his sentence.

How it is being reported

• Man jailed for city centre attack that left victim fighting for his lifeDane Culyer launched an unprovoked early hours attack on Castle Street in Norwich.Eastern Daily Press · 27 Oct, 06:00
• Man jailed for city centre attack that left victim fighting for his lifeDane Culyer launched an unprovoked early hours attack on Castle Street in Norwich.Norwich Evening News · 27 Oct, 06:00

In this story: Dane Culyer · Graham Chisnell · Norwich · Norwich Crown Court · Addenbrooke's Hospital

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